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What is this verb "bolus"? Example: I "bolused" before eating.....? Thanks.

Madham40
11/20/08
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Topics:Diabetes Lingo
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I am 27, I was dignosed with Type 1.5/LADA in June 2004. I became...

Saturday, November 22, 2008

Madham40-

 

Bolusing is a term used by diabetic's who use an insulin pump.  A bolus dose is insulin that is pumped

to cover food eaten or to correct a high blood glucose level; it's usually taken before meals or snacks. A basal dose is what is pumped continuously 24/7 in small increments and can be adjusted. If you have any more questions let me know.

 

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