05/20 Jerry AMPS 95 +1 105 +2 86 +4 76 PMPS 90 start of OTJ trial
- Thread starter Jerry dutchboy
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Sonia & Leo
Member Since 2018
Hope you have a nice green day Jerry! 
Jerry dutchboy
Member Since 2019
I know right. Was a bit nervous about shooting at 95 this morning but it worked. Yay.
Bellasmom
Member Since 2018
Great job shooting 95!! U got thisI know right. Was a bit nervous about shooting at 95 this morning but it worked. Yay.
carfurby (GA)
Member Since 2012
Go Jerry!
Technically with SLGS Jerry earned a reduction. Since the next step is an OTJ trial, we usually like to wait for a green AMPS or PMPS to start the trial. If you see green tonight ro tomorrow, you can try the trial if you want. Here are the instructions.
Instructions for starting the OTJ trial
Start the trial on the next green pre shot.
If he/she is green at your normal test times, no need to test further until the next "PS" time; just feed small meals and go about your day. If he/she is blue at your normal "PS", feed a small meal and test again after about 3 or 4 hours. If his/her number is lower 3-4 hours after a meal, then the pancreas is working!
Post every day so we can monitor your progress and see if any tweaks are needed. He/she may have a sporadic blue number. Don't panic but post before you decide whether to shoot so we can have a discussion.
After 14 days of no insulin, we have a party!!
Sometimes the trial doesn't work the first time and we have to give a little more support in the form of resuming insulin. It's not the end of the world if that happens; we just give him/her the support needed. Our goal is a strong remission and it's better to take our time to get that than to rush into remission just to have it fail later on.
Good luck with the trial!!!
Once he/she is through the trial successfully, you enter a new phase. Your cat is still diabetic but has now become diet-controlled. Continue feeding low carb food in the manner successful for your kitty. If you decide to change his/her feeding schedule, let your meter be your guide to the best times to feed. Avoid medications with sugar in them and steroid medications unless they are medically essential. Continue testing blood glucose weekly for the first month and then monthly forever. It's a good idea to weigh him/her monthly. Weight should remain stable. If he/she seems "off" or sick, or is showing signs of diabetes (excessive drinking, eating, urinating, weight loss), test his/her blood glucose right away. Keep the teeth and gums clean and healthy; dental issues can bring a cat out of remission. If you see rising blood glucose numbers, it's time for a visit to the vet!
Technically with SLGS Jerry earned a reduction. Since the next step is an OTJ trial, we usually like to wait for a green AMPS or PMPS to start the trial. If you see green tonight ro tomorrow, you can try the trial if you want. Here are the instructions.
Instructions for starting the OTJ trial
Start the trial on the next green pre shot.
If he/she is green at your normal test times, no need to test further until the next "PS" time; just feed small meals and go about your day. If he/she is blue at your normal "PS", feed a small meal and test again after about 3 or 4 hours. If his/her number is lower 3-4 hours after a meal, then the pancreas is working!
Post every day so we can monitor your progress and see if any tweaks are needed. He/she may have a sporadic blue number. Don't panic but post before you decide whether to shoot so we can have a discussion.
After 14 days of no insulin, we have a party!!
Sometimes the trial doesn't work the first time and we have to give a little more support in the form of resuming insulin. It's not the end of the world if that happens; we just give him/her the support needed. Our goal is a strong remission and it's better to take our time to get that than to rush into remission just to have it fail later on.
Good luck with the trial!!!
Once he/she is through the trial successfully, you enter a new phase. Your cat is still diabetic but has now become diet-controlled. Continue feeding low carb food in the manner successful for your kitty. If you decide to change his/her feeding schedule, let your meter be your guide to the best times to feed. Avoid medications with sugar in them and steroid medications unless they are medically essential. Continue testing blood glucose weekly for the first month and then monthly forever. It's a good idea to weigh him/her monthly. Weight should remain stable. If he/she seems "off" or sick, or is showing signs of diabetes (excessive drinking, eating, urinating, weight loss), test his/her blood glucose right away. Keep the teeth and gums clean and healthy; dental issues can bring a cat out of remission. If you see rising blood glucose numbers, it's time for a visit to the vet!
Jerry dutchboy
Member Since 2019
woo hoo.... here's hoping.
Jerry dutchboy
Member Since 2019
Well I'm so excited. Jerry's PMPS is 90. We will be starting the OTJ trail this evening. Fingers, toes and everything else crossed.
carfurby (GA)
Member Since 2012
Woohoo! Go Jerry! Don't forget to count the days in your subject line each day so we can cheer Jerry on.
Jerry dutchboy
Member Since 2019
So AM tomorrow will be day 1?? Do i still have to keep to the same AM and PM times?
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carfurby (GA)
Member Since 2012
When Furball started her OTJ trial it started in the PM like Jerry. I just called the next day Day 1 to avoid confusion.
Jerry dutchboy
Member Since 2019
Thank you Carla.
Amanda and a Loudogg
Member Since 2017
WAHOOO!!! Come on Jerry!!
