5/15 Zeke AMBG 118, PMBG 66 - OTJ Trial Day 6

[MrZ]

Good evening everyone.

Yesterday: http://www.felinediabetes.com/FDMB/...-pmbg-64-otj-trial-day-5.137845/#post-1421405

Well, Zekey apparently still has an upset tummy. We thought the diarrhea had cleared up but no. I gave him some more tesi clay this afternoon.

Okay, so I cracked. I was a little disappointed with Zeke's AMBG so I ended up testing him a few hours later. Boy, was that ever a MISTAKE. His BG pretty much remained flat (that second reading). We had a contractor come by this morning so I chalked up the "no drop" to Zeke perhaps having spiked a little from the visit. I fed Zeke a little more and a few hours later I tested him again. HOLY, MOLY!!! What the HECK!!! It was up to 150. I tried not to get too concerned but frankly I couldn't come up with a logical explanation except for one. So, I started to fret that perhaps the extra food and touch of 4% I'd given him last night had "done in" his pancreas. You can only imagine how relieved and thrilled I was with his PMBG. I even took a test with the Alpha Trak. It read 101.

If I had stuck to just the two tests per day I never would have known what had happened with his BG today. That'll learn me. I shall try to stick to the two tests only (but I wouldn't put money on it).

Well, hope you all have a great evening.

 

[julie & punkin (ga)]

Cheering you guys on! I hope he doesn't pull another 150 for you - yikes! Sending Zeke my best "surf in greens!" wishes.

 

[Wendy&Neko]

Awesome PMBG!! Go Zeke!

The OTJ trial instructions say it's OK to test again if the BG is blue at test time. BTW, did anyone ever post the current version of the instructions for you?

 

[MrZ]

I hope he doesn't pull another 150 for you - yikes! Sending Zeke my best "surf in greens!" wishes.

I second that sentiment. Thanks Julie for rooting Zeke on. We greatly appreciate the support.

 

[MrZ]

Awesome PMBG!! Go Zeke!

The OTJ trial instructions say it's OK to test again if the BG is blue at test time. BTW, did anyone ever post the current version of the instructions for you?

Thanks Wendy. No, no one officially forwarded the instructions (though I have seen them). With the 118 this AM, could I have just waited to see what his PMBG was or was it high enough that I should have fed and tested 3-4 hours later (which is what I did)? If so, and then what if kitty is higher (like was the case today with Zeke)?

 

[Tricia Cinco(GA) & Harvey]

Go Zeke! Go Zeke! Go Zeke! Go Zeke! Go Zeke! Go Zeke!​

 

[Wendy&Neko]

Better late than never - here are the instructions.

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!