1/21 Junior AMPS 71, +5 84, +9 81, PMPS 99

http://www.felinediabetes.com/FDMB/threads/1-20-junior-amps-80-5-89-9-88-pmps-89-3-71.171675/

Hi folks,

I think Junior has had enough ear pokes. This morning he made me chase him to get his number. He is happy and working on his emptying his colon. I think he has become king of the sugar room and Jack seems fine with it. Old man Jack knows more than he says. Jack checked in normal range for his monthly ear poke.

Foggy days here in MN with temps above normal. January thaw has arrived.

Watching to see if Mackenzie and Mayton are OK today.

Thanks!
Linda

 

I think Junior is deserving of an OTJ or going down to a drop if you can do that dose Hope he's eating OK and glad he's happy! Poop Junior...

 

I'm glad Junior is feeling good. I hope he gives you some poop today.

 

Not quite. Tomorrow!

 

I get super excited to see those numbers...

 

I chatted with a few others (Marje, Dyana, Gill, Tricia) and I think we are all anticipating a green tomorrow. We think Junior's ready to give the trial a try. In case you don't remember the instructions, here they are:

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!

 

Thanks Wendy!
I will start in the morning if all is well. He is struggling in the litter box a bit tonight though. It may cause his numbers to be up if he doesn't eat much over night.