Remission Blood Sugar Levels Question

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LoufsMama

LoufsMama

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Hi Everyone,
So it’s been a weekish that Louf hasn’t had any insulin and his new vet feels he’s in remission. We have been taking levels every day just in case and to keep an eye on him. He’s continuing to eat two cans of Weruva one 5.5 in the am and pm.

Yesterday his levels were; 66 at 830 am and 88 at 830 pm. He’s been averaging around 66 in the mornings before he eats his whole bowl. When he’s done he’s in the 80s or 90s. I was just concerned with his numbers in the 60s in the morning on the AT2. Does this seem like it’s okay?
 
It does look like he’s fine with insulin. Here are the OTJ TRIAL DIRECTIONS.

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!
 
Okay, thank you he was 67 this am. Do you have any suggestions about the teeth and the best way to keep them clean?
 
How about starting a post on LLB and your title should be 5/19 Lucifer OTJ trial Day 10 AMBG 67. Congrats. Link this post.
 
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