1/12 - GIDEON BLUE - AMBG=76, +3=50, PMBG=85, +3=53

https://www.felinediabetes.com/FDMB/threads/1-11-gideon-blue-ampg-70-19-69-pmpg-66.241328/

This morning we tested Gideon Blue and he was 76. I fed him, then took the food up for 3 hours. His retest is 50. So, is this a good sign that his pancreas is working as it should?

Thanks!

 

WOOT! yes it is a good sign.

The later is correct:

AMBG = AM Blood Glucose
PMBG = PM Blood Glucose

(while AMPS = AM Pre-Shot, PMPS = PM Pre-Shot)

 

Exciting times! I’m ready to cheer Gideon on! When the bg comes down after eating it means the pancreas is doing its job.

 

yay!

 

How exciting!

 

Excellent!!! If he stays in green today and tonight, we should start a trial tomorrow. I’ll post the OTJ instructions later today.

 

Getting excited....

 

Oh boy!!! Super exciting!

 

Yippee!!!!

 

@Shiloh567

Great day!! If you don’t see any BGs above 120 tonight, let’s give the trial a try.

• Start the trial on the next green pre shot.
  
  
• If he 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 is blue at your normal "PS", feed a small meal and test again after about 3 or 4 hours. If his 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 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 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.

Once he is through the trial successfully, you enter a new phase. Gideon is still diabetic but has now become diet-controlled. Continue feeding low carb food in the manner successful for him. If you decide to change his 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 monthly. Weight should remain stable. If he seems "off" or sick, or is showing signs of diabetes (excessive drinking, eating, urinating, weight loss), test his 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!

Good luck with the trial!!! ​

@Camille and Cyclone

 

Thanks Marje. Is there anything that has to be done with my spreadsheet? Wasn't sure if the format is still wrong.

 

I just fixed it. Sorry...we were out today.

 

Thank you much Marje. Didn't mean to rush you.

 

My 53 didn't turn GREEN on the spreadhseet. Should I just do it manually?

 

I just fixed it. Sorry. Let me know of any other issues but I did a bunch of random spot checks.

 

You’re welcome. And no worries...you didn’t rush me at all!