Yes, it is a steep drop. That can be a sign of too high a dose. Maybe try a 2.25 or even a 2 u dose tonight?I agree about the breathing problem since it seems to have come on so suddenly.
I just updated his SS, 130 for +7.5 didn't get back in time for a +6.
Isn't 385 down to 130 in 7.5 hours a pretty steep drop?
Maybe not a good curve day but it's data with the AT meter.
You didn't need to get into that with her today. You have enough on your mind. Yes, if the breathing is stressing him it could raise BG. Is it better, worse or about the same?So he jumped from 130 at 7.5 to 267 at +10. I'll have to wait until PMPS to determine dose for tonight. I think it's possible that his breathing problems are affecting his BG's right now. The vet assumed I've been giving him three units for the past two weeks. I really didn't feel like correcting her since she has not changed his dose in a month now.
I say hang on to the improvement in his breathing today as a positive thing. Had a look at your SS. Are you thinking the same dose as this AM?
Good call. Either dose would be safe. Can you get one more test this evening?
Nice!
Yes, that's all you can do, Lisa. One day at a time. Fingers crossed ...
You could give 2.5 u and get a before bed test.
It's possible that he dropped lower after his 297 last night and has given you a bounce number this AM. Not to worry. You can try dropping back to 2.25 u to see if he lowers a bit from the bounce or you can give 2.5 u because of today's AM pink. Can you test him at lunch time?
Enjoy!
That works. Are you keeping a log of how he's breathing? Might be worthwhile, maybe even use a bit of a rating scale, say 0 to 3 with 0 being no problem and 3 being a struggle. I've done that in the past for kitty issues and it helped me see progress better if recovery was slow-ish. I couldn't just rely on my memory.
That's above normal but not extreme. If this air in lungs issue slowly developed after the fall (and that's a decent theory for now) it'll probably take some time to resolve. No need to worry about the needle procedure right now. I know how easy it is to get into a frightened muddle when your mind jumps ahead.
Hi Lisa,
Peace of mind.
Good plan, Lisa.
Great news!
No, not at 146 for sure. You shot 2 u on a 137 on 12/11. You could try that. Here's where having the SS data is so very useful.
Safe is always best.
You gave 2.25 u last night on a 212 and he was low this AM. PMPS tonight is high enough to try 2.25 u again. Can you so a test before bed? When you start seeing action like this dosing is a bit of trial and (hopefully not too big) error.
