Airport security and my Diabetic child

[mommyx2]

My 9 yo daughter is type 1 diabetic. Can anyone out there tell me how her supplies should be carried on? We're flying on American. She is not pumping, but doing syringe and pen injections, as well as finger sticking.

This is her first time flying since her diagnosis. Any advice is appreciated!

 

[zurgswife]

we carried on my sons insulin, needles, testing supplys without incident this past Christmas...Though we also did carry a letter from his DR just in case. We were never asked for it..

 

[JackBat]

I would strongly suggest that you carry all supplies on a carry on - I would keep the testing supplies and glucagon emergency kit within easy reach - not sure if you are plannig to eat on the plane but if so perhaps you should consider bring your own food on board - although I have never seen security ask for a letter validating the need for these supplkies, you should carry one - unless they have changed the regualtions state that the supplies should be in the original prescription box with the pharmacy sticker still attached, although again I have never seen security give anyone a problem about that - you should be able to find the most up to date information on the web site for the American Diabetes Association - have fun on you trip and wishing that all the little ones see THE CURE soon -

 

[mommyx2]

Thanks jackbat for all the information and your wish for a cure my little girl. Every day we hope and pray for that!!

I will call her endocrinologist tomorrow and work on getting the letter to take along.

Take Care and thanks again!

 

[SueM in MN]

Here's a link to the Transportation Security Authority website. That link should take you to their page about travel with medications. (they change their pages frequently, so if it doesn't work, just go to www.tsa.gov and search for syringes or diabetic and you should find what you need.
You can also look on the website for your airline and see if they have any additional info posted.

 

[jiminy14]

My 17 year old DD has Type 1 Diabetes. We always carry all of her diabetic supplies on board with us. We have a cosmetic travel bag in which we pack her insulin, syringes, monitor, etc. We also carry with us a letter from her doctor verifying her condition and an extra set of prescriptions just in case anything should get lost or broken. We have never had a problem going through security. We simply place her bag on the x-ray machine and it goes through quite easily. We have never been stopped for not having the insulin in its original box. We usually transport it in a "cooler" type container. We do, however, carry the empty boxes with us just in case there is a problem. They can be easily folded down and kept with the prescriptions.
If your child will need an injection during the flight make sure your alert the flight attendant. In most cases, we have found them to be very helpful. Also, carry food with you. We were stuck once on the tarmac for over an hour and my DD suffered a "low". There was no food on the plane but I had brought snacks with me just in case.
Make sure that the prescriptions you bring with you are original prescriptions and not copies. Some states will not accept them unless they are the originals. Do not rely on the pharmacist calling your physician. We found out the hard way that in some states they will only give you one package (10) syringes instead of a whole box if they have to call. Plus they do charge you your full co-pay for the one package.
If you need any further info, please feel free to send me a PM. We have been travelling like this for the past 14 years and have probably experienced every problem you can think of.

 

[Esmerelda]

My son is a severe asthmatic. Every trip we have taken, we take his nebulizer machine and all his meds with us. I have them in a Mickey backpack and I wrap jackets or beach towels around the machine so it doesn't get damaged. I always have 2 carryons due to this but I have a doctors note also. I have to pull it out every time and show security what it is...but they are ok with it...have never given me trouble. Of course, the folks in line behind me get frustrated...but oh well, thats their problem!

I say take all meds with you....to big of a risk not too! I hope you have a super trip!


Esmerelda

 

[mommyx2]

Thanks everybody for all your help. Ever since Morgan was diagnosed, we've had a lot of "firsts". This just one of those. It can be nerve wracking, but it's all worth it.

Also, thanks to jiminy. If I can think of anything else I will definitely pm you.

Thanks again!

 

[Lewisc]

Security won't be a problem. Diabetes is common. Make sure you bring snacks and/or glucose tabs. Flights get delayed and you really can't count on food in the plane.

When you get to Disney test often. The heat and walking may reduce her need for insulin.

 

[Cora]

Just a little a side...I don't know if any of you watch the reality show Airline but a couple weeks ago a woman missed her flight but her bags didn't (there was a mixup with getting her a wheelchair to get her to the gate). Apparently all her heart medication was on the checked bags. The family was screaming at the desk attendants saying they had to get her on a flight NOW because she had to have her medication. We never check medications, glasses, extra contact lenses, etc. You never know what will happen...Just thought I would share.
Cora