Comments on: Hi to all

By: damian150

damian150 — Wed, 26 Mar 2003 06:16:23 +0000

I cannot use the Op-site 3000 IV dressing - it just peels off with no
effort. I can only use the Op-Site #4575. The box is white, printed in black
with a couple of red bars. The measurements = 5cm (2") X 8 cm (3"). The upc
code is 0 5531004575 3. Minimed will send some samples if requested. This
is with 16 years’ pump site experience.

The end of the 4575 piece itself is green. I fold it onto its green self so
I have something to grab when removing it. The 3000 has orange words on it
and is included with the Sof-sets. I just pitch them, and since I’m a penny
pincher that should tell you I don’t use them.
Jan

By: daphne400

daphne400 — Tue, 25 Mar 2003 14:30:04 +0000

Hi - tegaderm HP is a transparent dressing that we use for IV sites, just
like a lot of the other dressings offered by pump suppliers. The adhesive is
just less gluey so to speak. Its made by 3M Health Care — I’m reading the
label. We use the regular Tegaderm in the hospital, and I didn’t know this
type existed until about 3 weeks ago, thanks again to my supplier, they are
very nice.
Any way — body hair…when we have a hairy patient, clipping it just a bit
can work wonders. Shaving irritates, so that’s out, but just trimming can
work out ok, ok? Later Joan

By: daphne400

daphne400 — Tue, 25 Mar 2003 06:22:23 +0000

Hi Jan:
I have a Disetronic V 100 that’s the D…I’ve tried the Smith & Nephew MVP
3000 - that left me branded with nice rectangles, and a couple of other
samples from my pump rep…all leaving their mark.. I’ve been leaving a
loop of tape like I do when taping IV tubing in place…sort of a tape taped
on itself so there’s some give…less tension on the skin that way and works
pretty well.
fp - thanks - I’m new to pumping too. on the 14th it’ll be 8 weeks and I’m
thrilled. Only been on insulin about 6 years, before that, pills and pills.
Wasn’t too happy a soul until I decided to take the plunge and find myself a
doctor that knew what they were talking about. Being a nurse, it didn’t take
long to learn how to use it, it’s been an adjustment, just like a new
relationship, but I’m so GLAD I did…later, Joan:)

By: elmo_15

elmo_15 — Mon, 24 Mar 2003 10:24:33 +0000

Hi Joan, fp stands for Footprints.
My only problems are happening now due to the high humidity. I use my belly
as the site too and the hair prevents good adhesion. I/I’ve been
experimenting with a glue product called Skin Tac it seems to work fairly
well. Still trying.
Tell me more about tegaderm HP . What is it ?? Where do U get it?? Etc.
where are u located I’m in Toronto On Canada.
fp

By: damian150

damian150 — Sun, 23 Mar 2003 13:14:58 +0000

I’m new too, but I bet it’s Fellow Pumpers.

Is the D Diabetes?

I found that Op-site 4575 by Smith+Nephew works for me. I’m sensitive to
most tapes but have used that for many years now.

By: daphne400

daphne400 — Sun, 23 Mar 2003 05:36:20 +0000

Hi FP (what’s that stand for???)
My only problems with the D is really nothing related to the pump but rather
to the types of cannulas I can use…found out I’m allergic to Tenders- that
was literally a brand implanted on my belly. Have a sensitivity to a lot of
different adhesives, so finding the right dressing to hold anything in place
has been an experiment. So far, tegaderm HP is proving to be pretty good.
How about you???Joan

By: magen_200

magen_200 — Mon, 17 Mar 2003 16:22:38 +0000

Hi Cindy..

I love talking about the pump and helping others start the pump so i
called Disetronic and they allow "regular" people (nonCDE’s) to
help train others on the pump so this summer they are going to
send a trainer to train me.. MM unfortunaly does not allow this. I
will still allow both pumps to be viewed and offered to everyone i
talk with.

By: kelli_200

kelli_200 — Sun, 16 Mar 2003 01:31:17 +0000

K, I may be young, but I’m forgetful. What’d I ask???

Hey Breanna, we all ask questions, that’s why we share our wealth,
right?Joan:)

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By: elmo_15

elmo_15 — Fri, 14 Mar 2003 06:34:16 +0000

Hi Joan lemons, I been on the D for 12 weeks and love it , no lows. how you
doin ? any probs.
fp

By: magen_200

magen_200 — Thu, 13 Mar 2003 22:58:11 +0000

Nice to see you again Kat