11/26 Paws OTJ Trial Day 2 - AMBG 91 +5 46 | PMGB 56

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MrPawsKitten

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Given how well Paws has been doing, I suppose I should call where we are now an OTJ trial... last shot was a drop 2 days ago, and he's been almost exclusively in the greens, other than when managed to find some leftover dry treats on the floor.

Just to re-confirm - that +5 46 is not a concern b/c it's been so long since we've given him any insulin?

And once again, thanks so much, everyone, for all your support with all of this! This is most definitely the best place I never wanted to be. :bighug::bighug::bighug:
 
Looking at that SS, I'd say it was a good call to start a trial. Just to make it official, here are the instructions:

Start the trial on the next green pre shot.

If he 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 is blue at your normal "PS", feed a small meal and test again after about 3 or 4 hours. If his 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 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 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 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 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 monthly. Weight should remain stable. If he seems "off" or sick, or is showing signs of diabetes (excessive drinking, eating, urinating, weight loss), test his 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!

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Go Paws! Go Paws!
 
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