Just wondering if I hold the record for consecutive pod failures in one event? This morning I had 3 pods fail for various reasons, one right after another. Talked with 3 different people at Insulet who were very kind and apologized for the fact that I lost all those units of insulin. I tried to retrieve the insulin but did not have much luck…or…I’m just not doing it right. After the 2nd pod failure I was about ready to throw it across the room (not that it would help anything) It took me over an hour from the time I took the original pod off until I placed the last pod on the site… For what it is worth all of the pods were from the same box, same lot number, but very different serial numbers.
Hi, Mayumi…I’ve had 2 pods fail in a row. When I called to Insulet, I was told that they’re more interested in the serial numbers within the lot numbers…I guess to see whether there’s a bunch of pods in a row that are failing. When I draw back the insulin, I position the pod as if I were filling it. I’m guessing that I’ve gotten back about 75% each time. I’ve had a total of 5 pod failures…almost all were in the first month. In fact, I didn’t make it to my first follow-up appointment (3 days later) to change the pod for the first time. What a first impression!!! I usually change my pods right after a nice relaxing bath and I ready for bed. Don’t need the frustration of trying to get a fresh pod off and a new one on when you’re sleepy.
Spooky, sorry to hear about your grandfather. I know from experience that can be really hard on your BG. Just take good care of yourself and I hope the nurses will make your grandfather as comfortable as possible.
Spooky, trying to do too much all at the same time…guess I not as good as I thought that I was…sorry to hear about your grandfather…it’s got to be difficult for you. You’re there for him; but you still have to be mindful of yourself.
Did you have that meeting with your doctor regarding the resolution to your pod difficulties? How did it go.
Spooky, I read a saying somewhere about the time I lost my Dad and it has stuck with me ever since. It goes something like this: “Death ends a life, not a relationship”. Yes, your grandfather will be gone, but his memory will always live on in your heart and no one can ever take that away from you. You are in my thoughts and try to remember what Janice said ‘be mindful of yourself.’
Just tell the Insulet tech guy that you are really stressed out right now, you might even want to write down as many of the things that have gone wrong for you as you remember them.
