10 Reasons you may need MORE Insulin – High Blood Sugar Struggles with Insulin Pump Automation
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10 Reasons you may need MORE Insulin – High Blood Sugar Struggles with Insulin Pump Automation
Why do you suddenly need more insulin than usual, even with an insulin pump or automated insulin delivery system? If your blood sugar is running high despite doing everything “right,” you are NOT alone.
In this video, I share 10 major reasons your insulin needs may increase (plus an important bonus 11th reason), based on real experience living with Type 1 / LADA diabetes and using an insulin pump. Insulin requirements can change suddenly due to illness, stress, hormones, medications, site issues, or progression of diabetes. Understanding these factors can help you stay in range and avoid dangerous highs.
Whether you use an insulin pump, insulin pen, or insulin syringe injections, this guide will help you troubleshoot unexplained hyperglycemia and insulin resistance.
🔎 In this video, we cover:
✔️ Infusion set problems, bent cannulas, or air bubbles
✔️ Bad or expired insulin
✔️ Diabetes progression (honeymoon ending)
✔️ Illness or hidden infections
✔️ Stress and sleep deprivation
✔️ Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) warning signs
✔️ Changes in activity level
✔️ Hormonal changes & menstrual cycle effects
✔️ Steroids or new medications
✔️ Diet, weight, and aging
➕ Bonus: Air in tubing after flying
If your automated insulin pump mode isn’t keeping up, you may need to temporarily switch strategies and work with your healthcare team to adjust settings safely.
💡 Remember: Insulin needs change throughout life, and needing more insulin does NOT mean you’ve failed.
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👩⚕️ Who this video is for:
• Type 1 diabetes
• LADA (Latent Autoimmune Diabetes in Adults)
• Insulin pump users (Medtronic, Tandem, Omnipod, etc.)
• Automated insulin delivery / hybrid closed-loop users
• Anyone experiencing unexplained high blood sugar
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Credit for the Insulin Site Injection areas image: https://type1support.ca/en/insulin-absorption-rate-fluctuation-depending-on-injection-site/
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⚠️ Medical disclaimer:
This video shares personal experience and educational information only and is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare professional before making changes to insulin dosing or treatment.
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