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Old 12-21-2011, 05:13 PM
crtjr crtjr is offline
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Default bg is high with insulin

My bg is never below 200 range, and I take 60 units of lantus, at 6:00 pm each day, along with 10 units of humalog, before each meal, also I take a actos 45mg tab each day! That's just the meds for my diabetes! I am a 48 year old male, that was diagnosed with diabetes, when I was 38, but only on insulin, for last two years. I have a regular doctor, that just keeps uping the dosage, he finally set me up with a specialist, on January 10th, maybe he can give me some real answers, thanks for letting me vent!!
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Old 12-21-2011, 05:21 PM
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Welcome to the Forum!

The Endocrinologist can set you straight, if he will. You should also consider a Nutritionist, both of which needs to work with you as your "Diabetes Team".

In the meantime do a tag search on "Carb Counting" and "Advanced Carb Counting". Carb Counting and a bolus insulin injection, for the carbs, will help you a lot. It works for many of us every day. Good Luck!
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Old 12-22-2011, 01:18 AM
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Thanks Danny, for your support, I'll keep you updated, merry Christmas!!
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Old 12-22-2011, 01:26 AM
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Merry Christmas to you as well!

During the Holidays, take a look at the first three threads in the Type 2 Section.They may help you as well.
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Old 12-22-2011, 05:13 PM
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Metformin and exercise is the key for me. I'm between 120 and 160
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Old 12-27-2011, 05:54 AM
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I am new to this and no kind of doctor. Diagnosed with type 2 about 6 weeks ago. I was 589 I learned of it. Went on a strict diet and got it back down in the low 100 range. At the suggestion of a friend I started eating a tablespoon of chia seeds with my oatmeal in the morning and another one at dinner time. Feel great and it helps my glucose during workouts. I won't try to talk you into anything but it's worth a google. Good luck
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Old 12-31-2011, 06:44 PM
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The 10 units of humalog before meal seems odd to me. You should administer as much insulin needed to cover your food intake. I count carbs. Also, when you meet with your specialist, look into a pump. I was diagnosed with type 1 when I was 35. I am now 56 and have been on the pump for 6 years. It is much more accurate and actually easier. Best of luck.
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