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violin56 posted on Sat, Sep 5 2009 2:47 AM

I am having a hard time keeping my sugar under control.I take 50cc of insulin the next morning my readings are 400-600. The only thing that has changged is i am under more stress these days. any suggestions would be appreciated

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Answered (Not Verified) Jorgie replied on Sat, Sep 5 2009 11:29 AM
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That is really bad!!!

See your Doctor ASAP!!!

Stress can be a big cause but you didn't mention anything about diet.

 

Jorgie

 

Type II 15 years Humalog and Lantus

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zrebiec replied on Sun, Sep 6 2009 8:50 AM

While stress might be playing a role it clearly sounds like you need an adjustment in your insulin dosages.

I agree that you need to talk with your diabetes healthcare team, asap.


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Jimmy replied on Sun, Sep 6 2009 2:35 PM

You need to see your DR you may need a different insulin Lantus the pen as well as metformin.You need to do 1/2 high aerobic exercise 7 x per week. I started the DR OZ diet 3 weeks ago and have excercised every day. You do not mention your weight. Stress will do it as well. If you have a disabilty policy at work you may want to take 4 weeks off to get back in shape. Diabetes is an excuse for disability

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violin56 replied on Sun, Sep 6 2009 2:41 PM

Thanks, I dont seem to be getting anywhere with my current DR.I weigh about 220 lbs. I work out at the gym one day a week. I also had the rubber band thing done 4 years ago it just hasnt worked for me.

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Ron AKA replied on Sun, Sep 6 2009 10:42 PM

violin56:

Thanks, I dont seem to be getting anywhere with my current DR.I weigh about 220 lbs. I work out at the gym one day a week. I also had the rubber band thing done 4 years ago it just hasnt worked for me.

Are you type 1 or 2? Taking any medication besides the insulin? What type of insulin are you taking and at what times of the day. At 220 lbs you should be able to get BG under control.

Ron

Not a med prof. Just diabetic type 2 on Prandin, Levemir, ramipril, indapamide, Crestor, & ASA. Diag. Feb/01.

"I have not failed. I have just found 10,000 ways that don't work." - Thomas Edison

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jen1229 replied on Sun, Sep 6 2009 11:45 PM

By Rubber Band do you mean Lap Band Surgery?  What are you eating?  You need to speak to your Dr.  about a change in doage.  Waht meds and what type of insulin are you taking?  If you are not happy with your current doctor, you should ask for a referral to an Endocrinologist and a nutritionist who can help you get your insulin dosage correct and hlp you with your diet.

You need to exercise at least three times a week for at least 30 min.  It does not all have tobe at the gym.  Walking is excellent exercise. 

Good luck and let us know how you progress.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Jen  - LevemirConfused and Novalog Wink

 

 

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