What to do about fur shot?
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His numbers were high before eating/shooting=427. Anything I can do or do I just have to wait for tonight? He was supposed to get 2.5 units of Lantus. Ugh, so mad at myself!
Larry and Kitties
Member Since 2009
The advice is do NOT give another shot now. Wait this this evening. Also looking at your SS, it is true you did not give any insulin the evening of the 24th? No amount is entered.
Angela & Blackie & 3 Others
Member Since 2010
If you have given a fur shot, it is not advisable to give another shot, or any more insulin, until the next shot time. You don't know how much really went under the skin, if anything. You have another chance to get it right at the next shot time. In the meantime, and if your schedule allows, please get some mid cycle tests to keep an eye on your kitty.
Please update your spread sheet by filling in the blanks on it. A lot of us also have a log book that is updated daily, and we also put the information on the spread sheet. If you don't already have a log book, please consider starting one. Those spiral books that are used for school are perfect for keeping notes in.
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Please update your spread sheet by filling in the blanks on it. A lot of us also have a log book that is updated daily, and we also put the information on the spread sheet. If you don't already have a log book, please consider starting one. Those spiral books that are used for school are perfect for keeping notes in.
Welcome to the board!
Squeaky and KT (GA)
Member Since 2011
You're now OFFICIALLY a extra sweet Kitty Mama! We all do it at some time...it really IS OK!
Wendy&Tiggy(GA)
Member Since 2011
It happens. We will see where he is tonite. Important thing is you didn't shoot again. The current high BG levels you are seeing could be fur shot or they could be a "bounce" off his low.. explanation below.
Has the vet checked him for pancreatitis or mentioned exocrine pancreatic insufficiency? Both can cause diarrhea.
Wendy
Bounces - what are they and is my cat doing them?
When a cat isnt regulated, the blood glucose has probably been high for a while. As the insulin starts to take effect and numbers start to come down, the liver has to learn to adjust to the lower numbers. We call this "liver training school". But before it relearns that low numbers are ok, when the BG drops to a number lower than the liver is accustomed, or if BGs drop low, or if the BG drops suddenly, the liver”panics” and reacts by releasing counterregulatory hormones and glucagon. This drives the BG back up. This is what we call a "bounce". Bounces can take up to 72 hours to clear so we are generally careful about increasing doses during the bounce. Once the bounce clears, then you can see the "real" numbers and determine if the dose needs to go up or down.
Has the vet checked him for pancreatitis or mentioned exocrine pancreatic insufficiency? Both can cause diarrhea.
Wendy
Bounces - what are they and is my cat doing them?
When a cat isnt regulated, the blood glucose has probably been high for a while. As the insulin starts to take effect and numbers start to come down, the liver has to learn to adjust to the lower numbers. We call this "liver training school". But before it relearns that low numbers are ok, when the BG drops to a number lower than the liver is accustomed, or if BGs drop low, or if the BG drops suddenly, the liver”panics” and reacts by releasing counterregulatory hormones and glucagon. This drives the BG back up. This is what we call a "bounce". Bounces can take up to 72 hours to clear so we are generally careful about increasing doses during the bounce. Once the bounce clears, then you can see the "real" numbers and determine if the dose needs to go up or down.
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