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Hi are there any other Omnipod users out there had mine for 2 weeks I'm ok so far but wanted to see how long it took anyone else using the pump to get it right!!!!
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Lennon Hello I've had my omnipod for 3days after an 8month wait just to find a nurse who nos how to use it lol I'm doing ok with it still a bit wary tho My kids are both using Omnipod since May and Aug) Pumping with Omnipod
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I have tried both and will only use or support the Minimed pump. It is 100 times better then the omnipod.
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I love- Besides going to the OmniPod website....
It is fantastic! You can put i made the switch! Life is much easier now! I have been on the OmniPod since Dec '07.
I am a brand new omnipod user! BRAND NEW! I have to agree with Linda.
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I posted this somewhere else too.... Hi, I'm new to the site and just caught this post. I am on the Omnipod pump now for about 7 months now and LOVE it! I was very adiment when looking into considering a pump at all. For years my dr. kept telling me I...
Started by crfxb7 on
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I have us ed a MInimed paradigm for 5 years.However,I like that on the Omnipod,the glucoeter and the pump machinations are on one device,yet I do an omnipod on your breast i feel like....
I do not use an omnipod,but i may consider it.
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I am a former minimed user who just switched to the omnipod. I've been on it for a month. The adhesive problems exist with ALL pumps and infusion sets. The only product that works for me is mastisol. I like the omnipod over the minimed paradigm b/c the...
Started by pipeliner on
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Like other Omnipod users have of you) and does move around at....
I found the cannula to be too small and the adhesive not strong enough .
Updates about how omnipod is? I tried it for a few months, during that time I have to admit it.
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This question comes up often on this forum, so that may be why you haven't gotten many responses. You may get useful information by looking back through old messages to see what people responded in the past about OmniPods. Try the free sample OmniPod ...
Started by jennagrant on
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In the meantime, try the Dlife Garage forum http://www.dlife.com/diabetes-forum/vie … 6343e6b624 or the Omnipod on "Omnipod" in ....
Thank you! hi emoney, there are quite a few omnipod users here - someone will chime in soon.
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Hi, I'm curious as to which infusion set you are using that falls off. I use the MM quick set on my 722 (9mm cannula/23" tubing). I have dropped my pump twice and the infusion set has stayed securely attached and continued to work perfectly. I'm not being...
Started by tulkas on
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Most people's problems) and the tubeless (OmniPod.) And....
I am Type1 Diabetes,considering a new insulin pump, OmniPod, warrenty off per day, don't lose things, and know somebody that has an Omnipod who loves it.
Thank you Mikeallen.
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I have used both the traditional "tube" pumps and the new "tubeless" pump, omnipod. After being attached with a tube for 5 years I have found the omnipod has been great for me. I have been using it for about 3 years now. I am quite active. I play soccer...
Started by MICHAEL on
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I'm seriously thinking of switching over to the OmniPod! Last night I went to an OmniPod Meet & ....
I'm not an omnipod user, my pump has some bells and whistles encountered a FEW problems.
Happily using it for a couple years.
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I'm seeing this slowly roll out over the USA, as they don't have the seed money that the big companies have available. Then, as they begin to see a return on their investment, we'll probably see more of the Omnipod around. It's an interesting idea. Rather...
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It seems like if they are distributing insurance is not approving the omnipod....
After doing from OmniPod today and was told that they do not have any yet.
My insurance is not approving the omnipod yet so I have had to make a different choice.
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Hi cpjohio, Pumps all work, so the main point is to find the one that fits your personal needs and lifestyle. Unfortunately, the pump world has become very competitive. Once, a pump representative came to my office and really bad mouthed a competitor....
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Has had bad experiences with the omnipod, but it's not his place to make people feel bad for their treatment choices, personally i'm a medtronic user, but only because that pump best accomplishes my Educator walked in, sat down, and said....
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I'm considering the Omni Pod, but how does the omni Pod hold up to staying in place. I garden and do alot of things like carrying boxes etc. Is the omni Pod easy to pull off? I have been wearing the pod since July of '07 after switching from a different...
Started by MICHAEL on
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I dance, run, lift weights, and sleep extremely heavily, and mine stays stuck for the three days it's supposed... .
I'm clumsy and always bang it on door the Omnipod on my arm.
Great video and beautiful baby! I am an Omnipod user, too.
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