Accu-Chek Spirit User Manual page 170

Troubleshooting
Problem
Infusion site becomes sore, red or
swollen
Therapy-related issues
Many additional factors, such as alcohol consumption, medications other
than insulin, ineffective or expired insulin, decreased activity, illness and
stress can also potentially affect blood glucose levels. Contact your doctor
or healthcare team for recommendations on how to manage these, or any
other therapy related issues.
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Recommended Actions
Change your infusion set and infusion
site immediately.
Use proper insertion technique and
always follow the planned infusion site
rotation pattern and advice given by
your doctor or healthcare team.