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06/29/09 01:18 PM

"My blood sugar has been good the highest in the morning is 93, the lowest is 69. After meal it is usually 17-15 higher than when I started. Is that ok"
Asked By: betty51  
Category: Blood Glucose Monitoring

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I was taking 50 in morning and 25 at night. Now I just do 30 and 15. Do I need to lower it?

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06/30/09 07:54 PM

Dear betty51

I am not sure what type of insulin you are taking so it is difficult to make a recommendation. Your blood glucose control is very good. I do have a question how long after the meal are you testing. In order to get an accurate reading you should test no sooner than 2 hours after the meal. The goal for a two hour after a meal is 140-160 and you are well below that number. If you are having frequent readings below 70 you may want to check with your health care provider and decide if you should reduce your evening dose of insulin. Keep up the good work!

Answered By: Kathleen Gold
Accreditations: RN, MSN, CDE
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07/03/09 08:13 PM

Your bs numbers are beyond fantastic. You are either low carbing or your body is still producing insulin. You also dont sound very insuln resistant which is great. The fact you lowered your insulin dosing is a very good sign.
Answered By: furball64801
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