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Diabetes Spectrum 14:90, 2001
© American Diabetes Association ®, Inc., 2001

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Is an Insulin Pump Right for Your Child and Family?

Insulin pump therapy can help people with type 1 diabetes. Pumps deliver insulin in a way that resembles the body’s own release of insulin. They can improve blood sugar control, make low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) less of a problem, and lessen the risk of diabetic ketoacidosis. But pump use in children, especially very young children, is controversial. If you are considering an insulin pump for your child, read on.

How Pumps Work

Insulin pumps are about the size of a pager. They are attached to the body by a needle placed under the skin. They can remain in place for 2–3 days at a time. . . . [Full Text of this Article]

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