Does an insulin pump actually help you to feel better ?!
Question:
Does an insulin pump actually help you to feel better ?
I'm getting a pump next week. Will it help me to feel more engertic or less depressed or stronger ? I know the importance of stable blood sugars, that's why I'm getting the pump. But I wanted to know if I can expect an improvement in my general since of wellbeing. Thanks
Answers:
Getting your sugar under control...pump or not...will help you feel better. As long as you maintain your sugar within range, you can expect to see an improvement in your health but it won't happen overnight.
Just remember that getting a pump means you have to be even more vigilant about your sugar. Most pump users test 6-8 times a day (like me, use a Minimed). You can't use the pump as an excuse not to exercise or to eat improperly.
Good luck with it. I hope it works for you. I love mine.
EMT
Type 1 diabetic, pump user