insulin pump
Continuous glucose delivery
An insulin pump is a small electronic device that delivers insulin continuously to a person with diabetes, typically through a thin tube inserted under the skin.
It replaces the need for multiple daily injections by providing a steady baseline dose with additional amounts at mealtimes: She's worn an insulin pump since age twelve.
Modern pumps may connect to continuous glucose monitors for semi-automated blood sugar management.
- hyperglycemiaAbnormally high blood glucose
- blood sugarCirculating glucose level
- blood glucoseSugar level in bloodstream
- diabetesMetabolic disorder affecting glucose
- glucosePrimary cellular fuel
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