How do you tell if cat is in remission?

[Shachsmom]

I think Precious is in remission and so does my vet. He’s been testing in the 110 - 140 levels since last Saturday. I know it’s probably too soon to declare him in full remission, so my question is,at what point do you know? When do you decrease testing? Is there anything I need to watch for when he’s in remission?

I’m thrilled that we’ve made it to this place but I’ve got as many questions about remission as I did when he was diagnosed.

BTW, I couldn’t have done this without this group and the Facebook page. You all kept me sane!,

 

[FurBabiesMama]

If you go 14 days without needing to give insulin, it is considered remission. Those numbers look great considering they are with an AlphaTrak! Congratulations. I hope it keeps going.

I think I would continue to test a couple of times a day for at least the first 14 days. I would vary the times some though (if you can) rather than just testing at your previous shot times. Then, maybe go to once a day for awhile, eventually tapering off to once every couple days, few days, once a week, something like that. I would 'spot' check forever just to make sure things stay on track. These are just my thoughts on it... I'm sure there are other opinions.

 

[Shachsmom]

Thanks for the info. It's really helps!!