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3 Reddit comments about Pumping Insulin: Everything You Need for Success on an Insulin Pump:

u/Unsoluble · 2 pointsr/diabetes

Reading Pumping Insulin would be a decent starting point.

u/uid_0 · 1 pointr/diabetes

Freedom and flexibility are the two big advantages. Also, you only need to stick yourself to deliver insulin every 2-3 days vs multiple times a day. Also, if you're feeling under the weather or going to go work out, you can dial your basal insulin up or down as needed.

The downside is that it requires a bit more work and vigilance on your part (DKA is a more real possibility since you have no long-acting insulin on board), and of course, you have this thing with you almost 24/7. You can safely disconnect for up to an hour or so to shower, swim, or participate other activities that require little or no clothing. :-)

I would suggest getting a book called Pumping Insulin by John Walsh and Ruth Roberts. It's an excellent primer on the ins and outs of using a pump.

Also, whether you decide to use a pump or not, get a continuous glucose monitor (if your insurance will cover it!) They are the absolute best for keeping abreast of what's going on inside you.

u/jeffisveryhungry · 1 pointr/diabetes

In case you haven't already ordered it, there's a new edition of the book here

Not sure how much has changed between editions.