Exactly when do you test for BG?? - Page 2

diabetes86 · 03-15-2010, 07:12

There is evidence that having large swings in BG can also cause complications, even if your A1Cs are good. I test at 1 hour after eating to see how well I matched my Humalog to my carbs.

sami30 · 03-15-2010, 20:34

How can I do?
If I test one hour after meals I be hight. My bolus had not time to act.
If I make my bolus before, I'll be on Hypo.
My doctor said me that I have to accept it, I can't have always a 1g, I'm diabetic.

Shanny · 03-15-2010, 21:01

Are you still on the pump, Sami? You used to test at 2½ hours after your meal in order to give your bolus time to do its work. If that practice was working well, there seems no reason to change it. How have your numbers been lately?

sami30 · 03-15-2010, 21:08

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Originally Posted by Shanny

Are you still on the pump, Sami? You used to test at 2½ hours after your meal in order to give your bolus time to do its work. If that practice was working well, there seems no reason to change it. How have your numbers been lately?

Yes, I'm still on the pump.I don't want to change anything (I can't change anything), I was only reply to diabetes86. I'm not agree with him.

Now, my numbers aren't very good. Because I eat everything, everywhen. even chocolate.

onaughmae · 03-16-2010, 03:41

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Originally Posted by sami30

Yes, I'm still on the pump.I don't want to change anything (I can't change anything), I was only reply to diabetes86. I'm not agree with him.

Now, my numbers aren't very good. Because I eat everything, everywhen. even chocolate.

Right now I am testing pretty frequently since I am soon to go on the pump. Before meals, 2 hours after meals and at bedtime. I am starting to feel like a pin cushion heh. Chocolate is not *always* bad. I indulged my self with a chocolate kiss today. Absolutely savored it and they are only about 3g of carbs. Not bad if you just want a taste and count it in with your total carb intake allowed.

Cheers
Pam

diabetes86 · 03-16-2010, 05:22

When you test use the side of your finger tip. A lot of the instructions show using the finger pad

The pad has the MOST nerve endings (except for the tip of the tong). and as a result the most pain from testing. Using the side of the finger by the tip is much less painful.

If you do not get enough blood from the side, you may have to use the tip of the finger, but for most people the side of the tip works great.

onaughmae · 03-16-2010, 05:39

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Originally Posted by diabetes86

When you test use the side of your finger tip. A lot of the instructions show using the finger pad

The pad has the MOST nerve endings (except for the tip of the tong). and as a result the most pain from testing. Using the side of the finger by the tip is much less painful.

If you do not get enough blood from the side, you may have to use the tip of the finger, but for most people the side of the tip works great.

Yes..I use the sides. Sometimes I use my arm, but I actually prefer my fingertips. They say the arm is ok to use but I suppose old habits die hard with me

leashncollar · 04-16-2010, 06:53

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Originally Posted by Richard157

I test before all meals and snacks because that and the number of carbs I am going to eat determines my insulin dosages. Then I test 2 and 4 hours after eating. I want my BG to be below 140 at two hours and 100 or less at 4 hours after eating. That along with eating low carb (130g per day) and exercising accounts for my A1c being below 6.0 for the last several years. I also test at bedtime and befor driving my car. I test at least 12 time per day. Type 1's typically test much more frequently than Type 2's. I admit I use very tight control and test more often than most Type 1's do. My having no complications after 64 years of diabetes is partially due to my frequent testing and tight control.

I like you I should test more often to get the complete story

Shanny · 04-16-2010, 18:02

Good to see you back, leashncollar. Are you any closer to getting a diagnosis? Are you feeling any better?

Don't be a stranger - keep us posted on how things are going with you!

take care,

leashncollar · 04-17-2010, 00:05

I see the doctor monday The first visit I was told I have reactive hypoglycemia (?) I am supposed to test 4 times a day and when I have symptoms but cal-optima wont pay for the supplies. I am spending a small fortune on test strips(Yikes)