Diabetic anyone?

JustJo · 05-06-2011, 07:29 PM

I'm on oral meds, not insulin either...and White Tigress is totally correct. I've been stable so long that I'm only supposed to do my fasting reading in the morning, and then 2 hours after (some) meal just to monitor how I'm doing.

Spikes in blood sugar, or lows, can be a sign that your condition is worsening, or that you need adjustments to your meds, or that something is wrong in your diet.

Your A1c test is important, but it only shows a 3 month average of your readings. It's the daily spikes and lows that can teach you how your own body responds to certain foods, or if an infection is flaring up, you're not getting enough rest....all manner of things.

Your insurance company should never fight you on monitoring supplies....it can prevent much more expensive problems later on.

05-06-2011, 07:29 PM	#11
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