Living With a Diabetes Management Device

Using an insulin pump or continuous glucose monitor requires a certain level of vigilance on your part. In return, living with a diabetes management device can offer an unmatched level of freedom and control, so you can worry less and live more.

Using an insulin pump or a continuous glucose monitor requires that you maintain a certain level of vigilance. In return, a diabetes management device can offer you unmatched freedom and control, to help you live your life the way you want.

Daily Living

Living with a diabetes management device is different than living with diabetes and taking injections or using fingersticks several times a day. When you are on your pump, you have more freedom to eat, sleep, and exercise when you want. When you are using a continuous glucose monitor, you may find that controlling your blood sugar is easier than ever.
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Product Support

If you think there is something wrong with your diabetes management device, you should call Medtronic Diabetes immediately. We offer a live, 24-Hour HelpLine and will send you a replacement device for next-day delivery via Federal Express.
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Getting a Replacement

Your Medtronic diabetes management device is a sturdy piece of precision equipment that should give you years of trouble-free service. If you are having problems with your device or think that it’s time to replace it, click below for more information.
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Personal Stories

Read about the experiences of people who have received our products and therapies. You’ll learn first-hand what life was like for these particular patients, both before and after treatment.
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Information on this site should not be used as a substitute for talking with your doctor. Always talk with your doctor about diagnosis and treatment information.

Last updated: 3 Aug 2008