If you use an insulin pump, do you currently have a protective case on your pump or PDM?

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  When you experience an illness that makes your blood glucose levels more difficult to manage (whether because you are unable to eat, the stress of being sick, or any other reason), what resources do you refer to for help managing your blood glucose levels while sick? Please select all that apply to you.
  When I had surgery last year and couldn't exercise for a few months, my time-in-range was very good. I was shocked but I shouldn't have been as exercise is one of the things that make my diabetes harder to keep under control. During recovery, I didn't have the ups-n-downs in blood sugar that I usually have when I exercise.
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  When you experience an illness that makes your blood glucose levels more difficult to manage (whether because you are unable to eat, the stress of being sick, or any other reason), what resources do you refer to for help managing your blood glucose levels while sick? Please select all that apply to you.
  When I had surgery last year and couldn't exercise for a few months, my time-in-range was very good. I was shocked but I shouldn't have been as exercise is one of the things that make my diabetes harder to keep under control. During recovery, I didn't have the ups-n-downs in blood sugar that I usually have when I exercise.
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  When you experience an illness that makes your blood glucose levels more difficult to manage (whether because you are unable to eat, the stress of being sick, or any other reason), what resources do you refer to for help managing your blood glucose levels while sick? Please select all that apply to you.
  When I had surgery last year and couldn't exercise for a few months, my time-in-range was very good. I was shocked but I shouldn't have been as exercise is one of the things that make my diabetes harder to keep under control. During recovery, I didn't have the ups-n-downs in blood sugar that I usually have when I exercise.
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  When you experience an illness that makes your blood glucose levels more difficult to manage (whether because you are unable to eat, the stress of being sick, or any other reason), what resources do you refer to for help managing your blood glucose levels while sick? Please select all that apply to you.
  When I had surgery last year and couldn't exercise for a few months, my time-in-range was very good. I was shocked but I shouldn't have been as exercise is one of the things that make my diabetes harder to keep under control. During recovery, I didn't have the ups-n-downs in blood sugar that I usually have when I exercise.
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  AnitaS has commented in the same post you commented in :
  When you experience an illness that makes your blood glucose levels more difficult to manage (whether because you are unable to eat, the stress of being sick, or any other reason), what resources do you refer to for help managing your blood glucose levels while sick? Please select all that apply to you.
  When I had surgery last year and couldn't exercise for a few months, my time-in-range was very good. I was shocked but I shouldn't have been as exercise is one of the things that make my diabetes harder to keep under control. During recovery, I didn't have the ups-n-downs in blood sugar that I usually have when I exercise.
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  When you experience an illness that makes your blood glucose levels more difficult to manage (whether because you are unable to eat, the stress of being sick, or any other reason), what resources do you refer to for help managing your blood glucose levels while sick? Please select all that apply to you.
  When I had surgery last year and couldn't exercise for a few months, my time-in-range was very good. I was shocked but I shouldn't have been as exercise is one of the things that make my diabetes harder to keep under control. During recovery, I didn't have the ups-n-downs in blood sugar that I usually have when I exercise.
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  AnitaS has commented in the same post you commented in :
  When you experience an illness that makes your blood glucose levels more difficult to manage (whether because you are unable to eat, the stress of being sick, or any other reason), what resources do you refer to for help managing your blood glucose levels while sick? Please select all that apply to you.
  When I had surgery last year and couldn't exercise for a few months, my time-in-range was very good. I was shocked but I shouldn't have been as exercise is one of the things that make my diabetes harder to keep under control. During recovery, I didn't have the ups-n-downs in blood sugar that I usually have when I exercise.
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  AnitaS has commented in the same post you commented in :
  When you experience an illness that makes your blood glucose levels more difficult to manage (whether because you are unable to eat, the stress of being sick, or any other reason), what resources do you refer to for help managing your blood glucose levels while sick? Please select all that apply to you.
  When I had surgery last year and couldn't exercise for a few months, my time-in-range was very good. I was shocked but I shouldn't have been as exercise is one of the things that make my diabetes harder to keep under control. During recovery, I didn't have the ups-n-downs in blood sugar that I usually have when I exercise.
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  AnitaS has commented in the same post you commented in :
  When you experience an illness that makes your blood glucose levels more difficult to manage (whether because you are unable to eat, the stress of being sick, or any other reason), what resources do you refer to for help managing your blood glucose levels while sick? Please select all that apply to you.
  When I had surgery last year and couldn't exercise for a few months, my time-in-range was very good. I was shocked but I shouldn't have been as exercise is one of the things that make my diabetes harder to keep under control. During recovery, I didn't have the ups-n-downs in blood sugar that I usually have when I exercise.
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  AnitaS has commented in the same post you commented in :
  When you experience an illness that makes your blood glucose levels more difficult to manage (whether because you are unable to eat, the stress of being sick, or any other reason), what resources do you refer to for help managing your blood glucose levels while sick? Please select all that apply to you.
  When I had surgery last year and couldn't exercise for a few months, my time-in-range was very good. I was shocked but I shouldn't have been as exercise is one of the things that make my diabetes harder to keep under control. During recovery, I didn't have the ups-n-downs in blood sugar that I usually have when I exercise.
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  AnitaS has commented in the same post you commented in :
  When you experience an illness that makes your blood glucose levels more difficult to manage (whether because you are unable to eat, the stress of being sick, or any other reason), what resources do you refer to for help managing your blood glucose levels while sick? Please select all that apply to you.
  When I had surgery last year and couldn't exercise for a few months, my time-in-range was very good. I was shocked but I shouldn't have been as exercise is one of the things that make my diabetes harder to keep under control. During recovery, I didn't have the ups-n-downs in blood sugar that I usually have when I exercise.
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  AnitaS has commented in the same post you commented in :
  When you experience an illness that makes your blood glucose levels more difficult to manage (whether because you are unable to eat, the stress of being sick, or any other reason), what resources do you refer to for help managing your blood glucose levels while sick? Please select all that apply to you.
  When I had surgery last year and couldn't exercise for a few months, my time-in-range was very good. I was shocked but I shouldn't have been as exercise is one of the things that make my diabetes harder to keep under control. During recovery, I didn't have the ups-n-downs in blood sugar that I usually have when I exercise.
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  AnitaS has commented in the same post you commented in :
  When you experience an illness that makes your blood glucose levels more difficult to manage (whether because you are unable to eat, the stress of being sick, or any other reason), what resources do you refer to for help managing your blood glucose levels while sick? Please select all that apply to you.
  When I had surgery last year and couldn't exercise for a few months, my time-in-range was very good. I was shocked but I shouldn't have been as exercise is one of the things that make my diabetes harder to keep under control. During recovery, I didn't have the ups-n-downs in blood sugar that I usually have when I exercise.
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  AnitaS has commented in the same post you commented in :
  When you experience an illness that makes your blood glucose levels more difficult to manage (whether because you are unable to eat, the stress of being sick, or any other reason), what resources do you refer to for help managing your blood glucose levels while sick? Please select all that apply to you.
  When I had surgery last year and couldn't exercise for a few months, my time-in-range was very good. I was shocked but I shouldn't have been as exercise is one of the things that make my diabetes harder to keep under control. During recovery, I didn't have the ups-n-downs in blood sugar that I usually have when I exercise.
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  AnitaS has commented in the same post you commented in :
  When you experience an illness that makes your blood glucose levels more difficult to manage (whether because you are unable to eat, the stress of being sick, or any other reason), what resources do you refer to for help managing your blood glucose levels while sick? Please select all that apply to you.
  When I had surgery last year and couldn't exercise for a few months, my time-in-range was very good. I was shocked but I shouldn't have been as exercise is one of the things that make my diabetes harder to keep under control. During recovery, I didn't have the ups-n-downs in blood sugar that I usually have when I exercise.
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  AnitaS has commented in the same post you commented in :
  When you experience an illness that makes your blood glucose levels more difficult to manage (whether because you are unable to eat, the stress of being sick, or any other reason), what resources do you refer to for help managing your blood glucose levels while sick? Please select all that apply to you.
  When I had surgery last year and couldn't exercise for a few months, my time-in-range was very good. I was shocked but I shouldn't have been as exercise is one of the things that make my diabetes harder to keep under control. During recovery, I didn't have the ups-n-downs in blood sugar that I usually have when I exercise.
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  AnitaS has commented in the same post you commented in :
  When you experience an illness that makes your blood glucose levels more difficult to manage (whether because you are unable to eat, the stress of being sick, or any other reason), what resources do you refer to for help managing your blood glucose levels while sick? Please select all that apply to you.
  When I had surgery last year and couldn't exercise for a few months, my time-in-range was very good. I was shocked but I shouldn't have been as exercise is one of the things that make my diabetes harder to keep under control. During recovery, I didn't have the ups-n-downs in blood sugar that I usually have when I exercise.
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  When you experience an illness that makes your blood glucose levels more difficult to manage (whether because you are unable to eat, the stress of being sick, or any other reason), what resources do you refer to for help managing your blood glucose levels while sick? Please select all that apply to you.
  When I had surgery last year and couldn't exercise for a few months, my time-in-range was very good. I was shocked but I shouldn't have been as exercise is one of the things that make my diabetes harder to keep under control. During recovery, I didn't have the ups-n-downs in blood sugar that I usually have when I exercise.
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  When I had surgery last year and couldn't exercise for a few months, my time-in-range was very good. I was shocked but I shouldn't have been as exercise is one of the things that make my diabetes harder to keep under control. During recovery, I didn't have the ups-n-downs in blood sugar that I usually have when I exercise.
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If you use an insulin pump, do you currently have a protective case on your pump or PDM?

Do you most often bolus before, during, or after you eat a meal?

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Molly Jones

I chose other.
Over the years I have learned to keep my pump in wallets or pouches that are protective and multipurpose. I usually add a clip to the outer ring to wear it with whatever clothes desired.
The current one I have is quite protective as it is a large enough wallet with my pump on the very interior pouch. KAVU Zippy Wallet is the brand and design. It is quite useful.

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PamK

I chose “Other” because I just put a case on my pump today. Not sure that I like it though, so I’ll probably go back to no case. When I first got my pump, it came with a case, which I used until it cracked. I could not afford a new one, so I just went without one for several years. Much easier to slip into my pocket without one.

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ConnieT1D62

Just the one that came with the Tslim X2 pump. I like that it is slim and very low profile. Even with the clip it can slip discreetly into a pocket or my bra if I don’t feel like clipping it to a waistband.

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Nevin Bowman

No. It’s in my pants pocket 100% of the time.

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Katie Gordon

We have a screen protector but no case

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Lawrence S.

Yes. I wear a case with a metal clip on it to cover my Tandem X2 pump. I just ordered a new one, as my original clip broke. I always wear my pump on my belt. Generally, I do not cover my pump. I keep it out where I have fast access to it.

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1. Greg Felton
  
  The clips are flimsy. I have the same problem.
  
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Ahh Life

Cell phone? Yes. Pump? No

I have a cell phone with magical powers. It falls instantly in love with every rock solid concrete surface it meets. The pump, on the other hand, pretty well behaves itself and stays in its proper place, the pocket. ( ͡👁️ ⏏ ͡👁️)

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Andrew Stewart

I use the one that came with my Tandem t:slim pump. It also has a protective layer over the touchscreen. Just last week after doing yard work all day, I noticed my touchscreen was shattered but still held together by the protective layer. My pump was still readable and usable. Tandem customer service had a replacement pump shipped to me the next day under warranty.

#BeWell

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Mary Ann Sayers

No, I don’t have a protective case on it because I crochet a pocket for it on EVERY blouse/shirt I wear. (It came with one to hook on a belt, but that’s ridiculous for a woman–when she wants to use the restroom!!!)
One of my doctors even took pictures of one of my shirt-pockets!

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1. AnitaS
  
  Good for you!
  
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2. Marsha Miller
  
  I would love to see a picture of your pockets!
  
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Greg Felton

Maybe. I have a case for the Tandem that is a belt clip, but I don’t think it is “protective.” The case/clip doesn’t last very long and the clip bends and snaps off after a few months.

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Tod Herman

I, too, answered other. My current PDM for my Omnipod came with a rubber case and I use that. My CGM (G6) has an app for my phone and it has a half-case (for just the back portion). My new Omnipod 5 has been shipped and eventually it’ll be running off my phone as well. I am anxious to be at that point where I only have to work on not breaking (or forgetting) one thing instead of two.

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Marsha Miller

I have a hot pink protective silicone case for my 770g. I bought it on Amazon! It’s an accessory, so why not make it pretty!!

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AnitaS

No I don’t. I usually wear a small fanny pack type belt (spybelt) that my pump stays in. I can’t use a pump case protector when I use my little pump holders that clip onto my belt rings (brand name Pump Cases)as the pump fits snuggly into it and if wearing a protector on the pump, my pump wouldn’t fit in the holder. However, the Pump Case works well to protect my pump. I don’t like wearing things in my pockets so I don’t wear my pump in my pockets, and even though I have a clip holder which protects the case, I very rarely use it as I don’t always wear belts.

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Liz Avery

I was issued a silicone cover. I don’t use it as it is sticky and seems to reduce access to my pump. I bought a “sticky holster” that I se with leggings that works better for me.

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TEH

I have had about 4 or 5 “holsters” for my varios Minimed pumps. I get a new one after the floor of the holster gets covered with grass clippings or wood dust or chips.

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Jneticdiabetic

I sometimes wear the Tandem pump case with clip when I’m not wearing convenient pockets. I answered “no” since the product description on Tandem website describes its function as access, rather than protection.

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Phyllis Biederman

I occasionally use the Tandem case with the pump, but really dislike the clip and it’s difficult to insert and remove pump from case. Mostly don’t use a case, just keep pump in my pocket

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Joseph Emmons

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If you wear a pump this company makes the absolutely best holster. You can customize the colors to your personality and needs. I’ve been using one for two years for my T-slim X2 pump and I have never had an issue with it. I highly recommend looking into it and throw away the holder that comes with the pump. It’s garbage. Type 1 Tactical has earned a customer for life with me and hopefully with you also.
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Pauline M Reynolds

I put “No” because I assume you mean something other than a belt clip.

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Bonnie Lundblom

No, after 3 years I’ve managed to keep the clip for my Tandem intact, it comes off a lot and I use my nail file to reattach it. My Dexcom CGM screen has a few scratches on it from dogs and cats!

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Janice Bohn

The Omni pod pdm comes with a back cover like iPhone

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Steve Rosenthal

My pump has the case that came from the manufacturer, it’s not the most protective one but it does the job for me.

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Bob Durstenfeld

I have a leather case that I bought at a craft show, originally intended for a flip phone. Before that I had used a case I bought at the county fair that was originally intended as a leather cigarette case. I also have a screen protector on the face of my Tandem pump.

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Amanda Barras

No, because usually I stash my pump in my bra and it would be too bulky with a case. I do have one, I choose not to use it.

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Lyn McQuaid

No case. I am constantly hiding it in clothing (pockets, sports bras, etc) so want it as small as possible.

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Kevin McCue

Always hit my pump on things when I wore it on my hip. Seemed like either the pump would get hit or the cord was getting snagged. Took the clip off and now keep it in my pants pocket. More protected and discreet.

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Tina Roberts

What is PDM?

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1. Jillmarie61
  
  Omnipod makes a pump called PDM- short for paradigm I think.
  
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2. Bonnie Lundblom
  
  It’s “Personal Diabetes Manager”, the device that you use for looking at data like settings, giving bolus doses, adjusting basal rate, and to suspend your pump. I had an OmniPod until I started Medicare but price made me switch to Tslimx2 which is covered under Medicare Part B, instead of the Part D drug plan.
  
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Jillmarie61

I have two, but I have given up using them. They are for my Tandem TSlim X2, and pretty much worthless. They never stay hooked on m clothing and often fall off ripping my tubing out, so I have given up. I mainly wear shorts or pants with pockets and put it in there. If I’m going to wear a dress, I’ll wear a bra I can put it in. I am going to switch to a tubeless OmniPod next month. So it just sticks to you. No more dealing with the cases and tubing issues.

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Eve Rabbiner

The one time I went without a cover on my Medtronic MiniMed it slipped out of my hands onto the tile floor in my bathroom and cracked. So, now I always use the cover it comes with, though I might explore some of the others mentioned in the comments.

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Melissa Yuruckso

I also have a screen protector over the touch screen👍

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Lynn Green

I do not use a case with the tslim pump. After much frustration, I found out, that the cartridge could be removed and a new one re-inserted with the case on the pump. I just kept the case off and have my pump in a Spi belt. I haven’t had any issues.

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Britni

I answered other because I don’t currently use a pump, but when I did use Omnipod Dash I did have a protective case for the PDM.

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Patricia Van Fleet

I would love to have a protective case that would easily hook to my slacks. I don’t wear a belt. I do not have the money to buy these due to my total medical costs.

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KarenM6

My PDM is in a case like any “meter” would be since it serves as both “pump” and “meter” and the strips and lancet are in the same case.
My Omnipod thingy that sits on my skin does not have a protective case… maybe the protective case is my clothing! ;p

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mbulzomi@optonline.net

I have a new plastic clip, designed for the Tamdem X2 pump. No more metal clip that bends.

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Leona Hanson

I use the silicone case that came with my minimed pump I like that it protects my pump when it falls out of my pocket when I use the clip I have no problems with it falling off and I have 10 working dogs they have learn not get up on the side of my pump

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Kimberly Starkey

I bought a sport waist pouch, removed the waist strap, sewed a large buttonhole on one flap, put a carbiner through the hole, and hang it from a belt loop on my pants. Not the greatest appearance, but the pump is zipped inside the case that has a padded cover with a velcro closing, so it is protected from bumps, and my tubing is tucked into my pants. If the tubing gets caught on something, it is less likely to be pulled out, and the pump cannot be dropped.

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Chris Deutsch

Both my pump and my phone.

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