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      KarenM6 likes your comment at
      In the past 12 months, have you experienced nausea and/or vomiting as a symptom of high blood glucose levels?
      "It's a forever learning curve" - so very true
    • 9 hours, 12 minutes ago
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      For pump users: In the past 3 months, have you had issues with insulin delivery due to a bent cannula or occlusion?
      I hesitate to bring this up but I am quite sure this happens more than people realize. I use a tubed pump and small amounts of total daily insulin and have checked the tubing for YEARS for bubbles. YES, they are difficult to "notice" unless you have a good light behind the clear tubing because the insulin is also colorless. I detach and check the tubing in the morning and before bedtime if not before the evening meal...I'm talking about significant bubbles----8-10-or12 inches in length can appear and you would NOT notice them unless you were looking. I wonder how many people wonder why their blood sugar is occasionally high and it's being caused by a significant bubble...NO, not the champagne sized version that's often mentioned to "ignore." The pump company I deal with tried to get me to switch to injections instead but I am an EXPERT with the bubble situation. Also, comments over the years that I am probably not filling the reservoir correctly, etc....just plain silly. I am NOT new at this...LOL!!!
    • 9 hours, 38 minutes ago
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      In the past 12 months, have you experienced nausea and/or vomiting as a symptom of high blood glucose levels?
      I said yes to nausea, occurred with a bad pump site insertion and rising BG over the next 4 hours. I picked it up early w CGM notification and realizing that it was very unusual for me to have rising BG at that time of the day (morning) when on Control IQ pump. The severity was delayed because I had given a breakfast meal bolus via the prior site before the change, so BG was rising after 3 hours, and I knew something was not right. I think this is an important clue for pumpers- when I see people get in trouble w bad sites or insertion failures, the thought process usually is- I just put a new site in, it must be ok- or maybe it does not occur to people that the pump site could have failed--when it should be- did the insertion fail? ----If in doubt, pull it out!----- I pulled the site and could see the cannula was bent, so I know what happened and injected w a syringe, put a new site in, and was better in a 3-4 hours.
    • 14 hours, 14 minutes ago
      Janis Senungetuk likes your comment at
      In the past 12 months, have you experienced nausea and/or vomiting as a symptom of high blood glucose levels?
      I said yes to nausea, occurred with a bad pump site insertion and rising BG over the next 4 hours. I picked it up early w CGM notification and realizing that it was very unusual for me to have rising BG at that time of the day (morning) when on Control IQ pump. The severity was delayed because I had given a breakfast meal bolus via the prior site before the change, so BG was rising after 3 hours, and I knew something was not right. I think this is an important clue for pumpers- when I see people get in trouble w bad sites or insertion failures, the thought process usually is- I just put a new site in, it must be ok- or maybe it does not occur to people that the pump site could have failed--when it should be- did the insertion fail? ----If in doubt, pull it out!----- I pulled the site and could see the cannula was bent, so I know what happened and injected w a syringe, put a new site in, and was better in a 3-4 hours.
    • 14 hours, 14 minutes ago
      Richard Wiener likes your comment at
      In the past 12 months, have you experienced nausea and/or vomiting as a symptom of high blood glucose levels?
      I said yes to nausea, occurred with a bad pump site insertion and rising BG over the next 4 hours. I picked it up early w CGM notification and realizing that it was very unusual for me to have rising BG at that time of the day (morning) when on Control IQ pump. The severity was delayed because I had given a breakfast meal bolus via the prior site before the change, so BG was rising after 3 hours, and I knew something was not right. I think this is an important clue for pumpers- when I see people get in trouble w bad sites or insertion failures, the thought process usually is- I just put a new site in, it must be ok- or maybe it does not occur to people that the pump site could have failed--when it should be- did the insertion fail? ----If in doubt, pull it out!----- I pulled the site and could see the cannula was bent, so I know what happened and injected w a syringe, put a new site in, and was better in a 3-4 hours.
    • 14 hours, 34 minutes ago
      Ahh Life likes your comment at
      In the past 12 months, have you experienced nausea and/or vomiting as a symptom of high blood glucose levels?
      I began playing Pickleball last year in March. When the temperatures started to rise the extra effort my body was experiencing because of the heat got my body hormones out of balance and I began experiencing nausea, higher heart rates and feeling very uncomfortable. I soon realized that I cannot play when is too hot or I’ll end up with ketones. Any new activity when on. Insulin requires adjustments. It’s a forever learning curve. Adding to the heat, last year I was having some absorption problems by the overuse of my abdomen. I have now move the infusion sites to my upper front side and it’s working much better.
    • 14 hours, 35 minutes ago
      Kristine Warmecke likes your comment at
      In the past 12 months, have you experienced nausea and/or vomiting as a symptom of high blood glucose levels?
      I said yes to nausea, occurred with a bad pump site insertion and rising BG over the next 4 hours. I picked it up early w CGM notification and realizing that it was very unusual for me to have rising BG at that time of the day (morning) when on Control IQ pump. The severity was delayed because I had given a breakfast meal bolus via the prior site before the change, so BG was rising after 3 hours, and I knew something was not right. I think this is an important clue for pumpers- when I see people get in trouble w bad sites or insertion failures, the thought process usually is- I just put a new site in, it must be ok- or maybe it does not occur to people that the pump site could have failed--when it should be- did the insertion fail? ----If in doubt, pull it out!----- I pulled the site and could see the cannula was bent, so I know what happened and injected w a syringe, put a new site in, and was better in a 3-4 hours.
    • 14 hours, 35 minutes ago
      Ahh Life likes your comment at
      In the past 12 months, have you experienced nausea and/or vomiting as a symptom of high blood glucose levels?
      I answered no, but I do experience nausea and/or vomiting, usually on a daily basis, but this is because I have gastroparesis. I have rarely been able to eat breakfast over the last 20+ years as I end up vomiting it all back up ... try explaining that to ward staff in hospital(s). ;-)
    • 14 hours, 55 minutes ago
      Becky Hertz likes your comment at
      In the past 12 months, have you experienced nausea and/or vomiting as a symptom of high blood glucose levels?
      I said yes to nausea, occurred with a bad pump site insertion and rising BG over the next 4 hours. I picked it up early w CGM notification and realizing that it was very unusual for me to have rising BG at that time of the day (morning) when on Control IQ pump. The severity was delayed because I had given a breakfast meal bolus via the prior site before the change, so BG was rising after 3 hours, and I knew something was not right. I think this is an important clue for pumpers- when I see people get in trouble w bad sites or insertion failures, the thought process usually is- I just put a new site in, it must be ok- or maybe it does not occur to people that the pump site could have failed--when it should be- did the insertion fail? ----If in doubt, pull it out!----- I pulled the site and could see the cannula was bent, so I know what happened and injected w a syringe, put a new site in, and was better in a 3-4 hours.
    • 1 day, 7 hours ago
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      Have you developed lipohypertrophy due to repeated injections/infusions of insulin? Lipohypertrophy is a term to describe hardened lumps of body fat just under the skin that resulted from repeated insulin injections/infusion sites. If so, share how you’ve handled lipohypertrophy in the comments!
      After 62 years I have skin issues everywhere. I am an avid at rotating every time I change my infusion set. When I was on multiple daily injections, up to 9 per day, I had massive skin hardening. Since on the pump it’s not nearly as bad that’s been 33 years. I take very little insulin my daily basal comes out to 9 units over 24 hours I eat two meals that I count carbs for and try to keep at a minimum of 30-40 per day. Everything is going well. Rotation is key
    • 1 day, 7 hours ago
      Wanacure likes your comment at
      Have you developed lipohypertrophy due to repeated injections/infusions of insulin? Lipohypertrophy is a term to describe hardened lumps of body fat just under the skin that resulted from repeated insulin injections/infusion sites. If so, share how you’ve handled lipohypertrophy in the comments!
      I use a pump and have had issues with insulin absorbtion. It seems I have a lot of them on the side I primarily use for infusion sets. I recently switched to the other side of my abdomen and dropped more than one point on my a1c.
    • 1 day, 8 hours ago
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      Does your T1D healthcare provider suggest new medications or devices that they think would be beneficial to your T1D management during your appointments?
      When I first started with my current Endo we would discuss the released and upcoming products and I would tell her about the 'off-market' applications and devices, we both learned from each other. But she was so good with helping me transition to the Dexcom and then the Tandem after Animas was pulled from the Market. She followed my Dex and even finer tuned my Basals and early this year I got an "unbeleivable" 5.4 A1c and we are both extremely happy!
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      Does your T1D healthcare provider suggest new medications or devices that they think would be beneficial to your T1D management during your appointments?
      Yes. But then I self-selected when choosing an endocrinology clinic that pursues cutting-edge advances 40 years ago. Cutting-edge is a phrase that is also often called bleeding-edge because it is often experimental, hit or miss on results, and very expensive. I am convinced the “bleeding” refers to $$$.
    • 1 day, 8 hours ago
      Wanacure likes your comment at
      Does your T1D healthcare provider suggest new medications or devices that they think would be beneficial to your T1D management during your appointments?
      not anymore, and I am happy about it! Most of the time they were recommending things that had been recently pitched to them by a pharmaceutical salesperson or a durable medical supplier. The doctors would give patients the "free samples" and it was often not the best fit, then after the "free" supply ran out, the prices were exorbitant. Maybe it still happens, but I haven't seen it for a while.
    • 1 day, 8 hours ago
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      If you have never used an insulin pump with automated insulin delivery (also known as a hybrid closed-loop pump), what are some of the reasons you’re reluctant, or obstacles you’ve encountered? Please select all that apply.
      The need for better CGM accuracy is a big consideration for me. Also my control is pretty good right now (a1c in the low 6 range). Although I am tempted by the sleep and exercise modes which would be very helpful since I’m getting back in to exercise. So…I keep sitting on the fence…
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      If you have never used an insulin pump with automated insulin delivery (also known as a hybrid closed-loop pump), what are some of the reasons you’re reluctant, or obstacles you’ve encountered? Please select all that apply.
      I don’t want to change from the Omnipod Dash to Omnipod 5 because the minimum target blood glucose is level is higher than where I like to keep it. My A1C is currently 5.0.
    • 1 day, 8 hours ago
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      If you have never used an insulin pump with automated insulin delivery (also known as a hybrid closed-loop pump), what are some of the reasons you’re reluctant, or obstacles you’ve encountered? Please select all that apply.
      For the last 5 years, the highest HbA1C I've had was 5.3. For the last 3 years the high, low, & average have been 5.2, 4.7, & 4.9. I'm not willing to go to an AID that sets a target of 6 to 7.
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      If you have never used an insulin pump with automated insulin delivery (also known as a hybrid closed-loop pump), what are some of the reasons you’re reluctant, or obstacles you’ve encountered? Please select all that apply.
      I do MDI. For the last 7 years my A1C has averaged around 4.8. I have no reason to believe that a closed loop automated system could do that well.
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      If you have never used an insulin pump with automated insulin delivery (also known as a hybrid closed-loop pump), what are some of the reasons you’re reluctant, or obstacles you’ve encountered? Please select all that apply.
      There are many reasons, as well as "something else." My arthritic fingers do not serve me well with a cell phone. I have trouble putting the needle covers back on to my insulin pen needles. If I had to take care of all the fine muscle issues associated with setting a pump up, I would probably require assistance. I am also not drawn to the issues I hear about tissue damage at the infusion sites, or knowing whether everything is seated properly and the insulin is actually flowing. Finally, I just have some kind of negative karma with electronics. I have worked as a lab biochemist. Somehow, I find the weaknesses of every machine in the lab. (the ideal industrial beta-tester) Having said that, what I hear about the numbers achieved with the tandem CIQ gives me pause to consider.
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      If you have never used an insulin pump with automated insulin delivery (also known as a hybrid closed-loop pump), what are some of the reasons you’re reluctant, or obstacles you’ve encountered? Please select all that apply.
      Like others, the "closed loop" runs me too high - even the target bg is too high for me. I use the TandemX2 with BIQ integrated wqith my Dexcom G6. I also appreciate - and use - the temp basal function often. I would lose that with CIQ. L:ike Nilla Eckstrom (I think?) I like to be between 80-90, with maybe up to 120 after I eat.
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      If you have never used an insulin pump with automated insulin delivery (also known as a hybrid closed-loop pump), what are some of the reasons you’re reluctant, or obstacles you’ve encountered? Please select all that apply.
      The constant refilling and site changes...doesn't seem worth it.
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      If you have never used an insulin pump with automated insulin delivery (also known as a hybrid closed-loop pump), what are some of the reasons you’re reluctant, or obstacles you’ve encountered? Please select all that apply.
      Luddites just may be the most comfortable people on earth. 🙃 
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      For pump users: In the past 3 months, have you had issues with insulin delivery due to a bent cannula or occlusion?
      Holy cow! 8 to 10” bubbles? There is definitely something wrong if that is happening to you. I occasionally get 1/4” inch 10” is excessive. Have you gone in and shown your pump instructor how you’re doing it so that they can help you figure out the problem?
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    If you use an insulin pump, do you currently have a protective case on your pump or PDM?

    Home > LC Polls > If you use an insulin pump, do you currently have a protective case on your pump or PDM?
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    43 Comments

    1. 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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    2. 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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    3. 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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    4. Nevin Bowman

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

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    5. Katie Gordon

      We have a screen protector but no case

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    6. 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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    7. 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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    8. 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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    9. 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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    10. 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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    11. 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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    12. 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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    13. 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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    14. 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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    15. 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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    16. 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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    17. 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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    18. Joseph Emmons

      Type1tactical.com
      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.
      Best regards

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    19. Pauline M Reynolds

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

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    20. 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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    21. Janice Bohn

      The Omni pod pdm comes with a back cover like iPhone

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    22. 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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    23. 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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    24. 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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    25. 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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    26. 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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    27. 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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    28. 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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    29. 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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    30. Melissa Yuruckso

      I also have a screen protector over the touch screen👍

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    31. 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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    32. 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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    33. 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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    34. 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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    35. 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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    36. 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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    37. 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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    38. Chris Deutsch

      Both my pump and my phone.

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