Corduroy, AMPS=161, +1=149, +2=96.

[blove7]

Well, looks like it might be another one of those days...he's already down to 96 at just +2. I'm wondering, do any of you try to nip the low numbers in the bud by giving a little HC gravy beforehand? I'm thinking about giving him some now so he doesn't go all the way down again.

 

[Amy&TrixieCat]

So far, this actually looks like a very nice cycle. Yes, he is moving, but not too dramatically yet. Personally, I might be inclined to give a little LC at this point to see if it slows him down and helps him set up a surf. I wouldn't bust out the HC just yet...but that's me.

A +3 test would be a good idea, too, regardless of what you decide to feed him.

 

[tiffmaxee]

I would try to feed a little each hour of the regular food. I would test at +3 and if dropping a lot I would try a little higher carbs. I'm still trying how to figure out how this all works myself though so take what I say with a grain of salt. I think it is trial and error until we find what works for each cat. Then when you think you have it figured out, they throw you a curve ball. At least that is my experience with Max so far since I started testing in January.

Good luck. I'll be checking in to see what you do and how it works.

 

[blove7]

Hi Amy and Trixiecat and Tiffmaxee,

Thanks for responding! He DOES seem to be having a good cycle! I just hope it keeps going! I can't tell you how nervous I am each time he's even a little bit low and I give him the normal dose. Always afraid of a replay of Saturday (when my husband was at the wheel). I've been giving him LC food, like you both said. I just checked him again and he's 92 at +4

Tiffmaxee, I've been at this whole diabetes thing for about two years and I STILL haven't quite gotten the hang of it, so don't feel bad! It's a really touchy subject. Like you said, when you think you've gotten it figured out, our little furries throw us a curve ball! cat(2)_steam I appreciate you checking in and giving your input. Every little bit helps, you know?

 

[Amy&TrixieCat]

Excellent! I am sure that 19 startled the you-know-what out of you!!! But, you've got the meter and the food...that's a lot of power, even when they try their best to throw us for a loop.

Keep surfing, Corduroy!!

 

[Sienne and Gabby (GA)]

There's not one right answer to your question. I do agree, though, that I'd try some LC food since this isn't a dramatic drop. If you look at Gabby's SS (she is seems to really, really, like drama) it will give you a feel for what I do.

 

[Marje and Gracie]

Hi Brigitte!!

I'm glad to see Corduory is doing so well. This looks like a really nice cycle and it looks like the LC is holding him steady which is great!

I know those low numbers are scary but your DH did a great job the other day. Just remember that you are in control as long as you are testing and managing the curve.

 

[julie & punkin (ga)]

great to see Corduroy's cycle today! nice that the bounce has cleared!

tell your husband that i failed on the prediction (happily) that Corduroy would get to almost 500 before coming down. I'm glad i was wrong on that one!