I use insulin injections to control my diabetes. I use 2 different
types of insulin pens. I take two daily 12-unit injections of Levemir
(long-acting insulin). I take injections of Novolog (fast-acting
insulin) every time I eat; the amount varies according to how many carbs
I eat.
My current 14 day blood sugar average is 213. (way too high) My last A1C (1-31-12) was 7.8. (way too high)
I use a
Bayer Contour meter. I prefer this one, as it has been the
most accurate glucometer I have used. Cool bonus is that it comes in
different colors. Mine is purple.
I do not follow any regular schedule. I keep odd sleeping hours. I
don’t eat a set 3 meals a day. I simply DON’T have a routine. (It amazes
me how this is so mind-boggling for doctors. I mean, surely I am not
the only one who doesn’t have a “perfect routine” life?)
To complicate matters even more, I am one of those pesky little
vegetarians. I am not a vegan. I still eat dairy (cheese, eggs, milk).
But I do not eat any type of meat, nor do I eat fish / seafood.
Complications that have developed after diabetes diagnosis: vision
problems (blurred vision, dry spots on eyes), nerve problems
(twitching/tingling in my right foot — happens frequently, especially
when i first wake up), post-meal headaches (like instantaneous. as soon
as i eat something, i have a headache).
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