Insulin pump - Apollo Sugar Clinic Vijayawada
Insulin pump
An insulin pump is a small medical device that people with diabetes use to administer insulin more conveniently and accurately Here's how it can be beneficial
01. Continuous Insulin Delivery Instead of multiple daily injections
An insulin pump delivers rapidacting insulin 24 hours a day through a replacement insulin reservoir and tubing system. This matches the way a healthy pancreas would deliver insulin
02. Bolus Doses
For meals or when blood sugar levels rise people can manually administer a bolus dose with the push of buttons
03. Flexibility
The insulin pump allows for more flexible and precise insulin dosing This can be particularly helpful for people with irregular schedules
04. Fewer Injections
Since the insulin pump uses a single subcutaneous needle that is changed every few days it reduces the number of daily needle pricks
05. Better Blood Glucose Control
Insulin pumps can help keep your glucose levels within your targeted range more often reducing the risk of longterm diabetes complications such as heart disease kidney disease and nerve damage
However insulin pumps also require careful management and regular monitoring You'll also need to count carbs accurately to calculate insulin dose for meals. Always discuss with your healthcare provider to understand if an insulin pump is the right option for you
