Hello! My daughter has type 1 diabetes and she is on omnipod and dexcom. As a nine year old, she has limited space for rotation, and we find that she has red dots for a long time where her cannula has been in and they take some time to go away. I'm also a bit worried that her skin may be dimpling because of the devices she has. I just wondered if anyone can suggest any creams or methods to maintain the skin and help it heal better and quicker. Thanks!
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Skin maintenance with pump and G6 Dexcom
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nonethewiser
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Either GP or DSN will be able to prescribe something suitable, have word with them.
Bruce Stephens
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If they aren't aware of anything, there's some suggestions in this paper:
Bloden
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Pump DSNs are mines of information in my experience, especially when it comes to skin care.
I also use an Omnipod. After removing a Pod, my skin’s usually slightly red and a bit itchy. I leave it for about 24 hours, then apply E45 Itch Relief or an Aveeno cream for very dry skin. I avoid anything cosmetic cos it just makes it worse.
I can’t advise on dimpling or red dots though. I hope your GP or DSN can help.
What is "dimpling skin"? The only reference I could find with Google refers to breast cancer which is unlikely to be what you are referring to.
I use a patch pump. I was sensitive to the glue used on the pump so my skin would be red and sore when I removed my pump. I now use a patch made out of Hyperfix tape between my skin and my pump. Now, I have no mark when I removed my pump.
If your daughter's skin is reacting to the pump glue, you could try a similar patch rather than looking for some cream.
I use a patch pump. I was sensitive to the glue used on the pump so my skin would be red and sore when I removed my pump. I now use a patch made out of Hyperfix tape between my skin and my pump. Now, I have no mark when I removed my pump.
If your daughter's skin is reacting to the pump glue, you could try a similar patch rather than looking for some cream.
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