3/23 Aurora OTJ Trial PMPS 65 NS!

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  1. Nicole Z

    Nicole Z Well-Known Member

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    Hi Everyone!

    Just got home last night from being away for a week. Pet sitter did an absolutely amazing job with miss Aurora. We stayed in close contact during shoot times and Aurora has been having some great numbers! We have not shot insulin now for 4 days so I'd like to count those towards her OTJ trial days. We were doing the drop dose where she was literally inserting the needle into the pen, pressing all the way down and releasing so we followed what you advised about the drop dose. I'm so excited! I think Aurora had 1 higher morning on Sunday in the blue possibly due to not enough snacks being left out for middle of the night nibbles. Go Aurora go!
     
  2. Judy and Boomer

    Judy and Boomer Well-Known Member

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    Go Aurora! Happy day 5!!!
     
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  3. Mandy & Rex (GA)

    Mandy & Rex (GA) Well-Known Member

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    :D:D:D:D:D

    I have been waiting for news about Aurora! :bighug:
     
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  4. carfurby (GA)

    carfurby (GA) Well-Known Member

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    Great that she continued to do well. Happy Day 5! :D:D:D:D:D
     
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  5. Nicole Z

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    Thanks everyone!!! I'm beyond excited! How many more days to go? 10 days for an OTJ trial?
     
  6. tiffmaxee

    tiffmaxee Well-Known Member

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    Wonderful news. Happy Day :D:D:D:D:D
     
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  7. Shawna & Davidson (GA)

    Shawna & Davidson (GA) Well-Known Member

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    Great news...........I believe the OTJ Trial is 14 full days, then they're considered OTJ. FWIW - when Davidson went OTJ I tested him once a week for a year, then in second year it was every two weeks, third year every month for first 6 months and then every 5-6 weeks............it's my recommendation as you then know his BG levels..........if you read my posts, you'll see after Davidson being OTJ 4 yrs, he went out of remission due to teeth infections which I never saw, smelt or knew and the only reason I knew something was wrong was his BG test was high. Hence he's now back on insulin.........

    Sending good vibes from Davidson to Aurora!!
     
  8. carfurby (GA)

    carfurby (GA) Well-Known Member

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    Here are the instructions:

    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!
     
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  9. Nicole Z

    Nicole Z Well-Known Member

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    Thanks
     
  10. Ella & Rusty & Stu(GA)

    Ella & Rusty & Stu(GA) Well-Known Member

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    This is wonderful news! Congrats on Day 5! :D:D:D:D:D
     
  11. Camille and Cyclone

    Camille and Cyclone Well-Known Member

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    I'm sending a pm with details! :)
     
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  12. CassAndGordy(GA)

    CassAndGordy(GA) Well-Known Member

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    Yayyy! Go Aurora go!
     
  13. Bobbie And Bubba

    Bobbie And Bubba Well-Known Member

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    So very wonderful to hear this great news. We need some good news here on L & L! Go Aurora!!! :D:D:D:D:D
     
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  14. Nicole Z

    Nicole Z Well-Known Member

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    I'm beyond thrilled! It's all because of you guys here helping me along!!!!
    Go team!
     
  15. Beth 73

    Beth 73 Well-Known Member

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    Go Aurora !!!
     
  16. Squeaky and KT (GA)

    Squeaky and KT (GA) Well-Known Member

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    WOOT WOOT!!

    Go Aurora Go!!!
     
  17. Nicole Z

    Nicole Z Well-Known Member

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    PMPS 65 whoot whoot whoot! :D:D
     
  18. LeeAnn (Lannie)& Freckles

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    Woot! Congratulations!
     
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