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Slide show: Choosing an insulin delivery device
By Mayo Clinic staff
Insulin pump
If your diabetes treatment plan includes insulin therapy, you can choose between various insulin delivery devices.
An insulin pump delivers infusions of insulin through a catheter placed in the layer of fat under the skin on your abdomen. You program the pump to deliver a continuous (basal) dose of insulin and supplemental (bolus) doses before meals.
Pros: An insulin pump can help you maintain a normal or near-normal blood sugar level, which can help prevent long-term diabetes complications. You'll have fewer injections than you would with other intensive insulin programs.
Cons: An insulin pump requires special training. You may need to check your blood sugar level every three to four hours. Insulin pumps cost more than other insulin delivery devices, and insurance coverage varies.
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