1st time

kelly10 · #1 01-14-2015, 04:38 PM

Hi, I'm Kelly. I'm type 1. Have been for about 8 years and still have no control. Trying something new this year.

dano · #2 01-14-2015, 05:56 PM

Welcome to the Forum!

Read through the first three threads in the Type 2 Section, when you get a chance, if you have not already done so. Even though you are Type 1, this information pretty much applies to all people with diabetes. These threads will most-likely help you a lot. Self education is one of the keys to successful management of your diabetes, along with a healthy / sensible diet and exercise. Basically, diabetes requires a life-style change for the better. Good luck with your control and management.

type1dec · #3 01-14-2015, 10:58 PM

Hi, Kelly. I've been a T1 for 48 years now. I'm just saying that so you know there is hope! I think the key is testing and not fearing seeing a high number. Sure, that's not good. But don't avoid testing so you don't see it. Know your correction rate of insulin. If your blood sugar is 240, how do you calculate your dose to get it down? A great doctor will give you that info and you can put it into effect.

kelly10 · #4 01-15-2015, 10:30 AM

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Originally Posted by type1dec

Hi, Kelly. I've been a T1 for 48 years now. I'm just saying that so you know there is hope! I think the key is testing and not fearing seeing a high number. Sure, that's not good. But don't avoid testing so you don't see it. Know your correction rate of insulin. If your blood sugar is 240, how do you calculate your dose to get it down? A great doctor will give you that info and you can put it into effect.

I was just recently put on a sliding scale

dano · #5 01-15-2015, 01:52 PM

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Originally Posted by kelly10

I was just recently put on a sliding scale

The sliding scale is "old school" and has been around a long time. It works, if you can eat 30 carbs for every meal, for example, and take the same insulin each time. I agree with "type1dec", see a great doctor (preferably an Endocrinologist) and have them calculate your ISF (Insulin Sensitivity Factor) and ICR (Insulin to Carb "Coverage" Ratio). Training on how to calculate the insulin injection and carb counting is a must. You may also want to look into a pump, since these ratios are included in the pump memory and all you have to do is dial up your carbs after each meal. As previously stated "Test Often" and good luck with your control and management.