Guest guest Posted November 6, 2003 Report Share Posted November 6, 2003 Donna, I know it isn't fun to have to do glucose checks and give one's self insulin shots. However, I think mind set and attitude are what control that perception. After surgery I became diabetic. I have to check 4 times a day and usually have to administer some insulin 4 times a day as well. I have just made it a habit and I have tried to associate positive feelings with taking care of myself. I honestly do not mind my diabetic routine because I feel blessed to be able to keep in control. I don't let the frequency of my shots and checks hold me down either. I have a very nice largish leather fanny pack that I wear that I keep my meter in so it is with me wherever I go. I also keep my glucose tabs there in case I have a hypo, and I keep my pancreatic enzymes there too. I have a nice little insulin carrying kit that holds two syringes and two vials of insulin and is insulated. I put that in a small lunch size cooler with those " blue ice " artifical ice thingies and take that with me in the car whenver I go out. Do your best to keep a positive outlook and you will find you can adapt to anything. to health, Bert > > Dear Heidi, > > Its been since May 2003 since I had 80% of the head of > my pancreas removed. They say that they removed the > part of my pancreas that produces insulin. Well its > happened. They have immediatly put me on insulin in > small doses to start with. 4 units every 3 days > increasing 2 units every 3 days. It seems to be > helping some. I only hope this isn't a lifetime thing, > but I'm afraid it is. It really stinks getting up > every morning pricking your finger and then having to > stick yourself with a needle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted November 6, 2003 Report Share Posted November 6, 2003 Donna, Although my diabetes, routine is a bit more stingent than Bert's because of my brittleness, it still has become very automatic and after the first few months, so ingrained into my daily routine that I don't notice it, or am bothered too much by it. I have to test at least 8 times a day, sometimes more, and inject myself anywhere from 6-8 times a day. I also have had to make my own baseline insulin adjustments periodically, either up or down, according to my fluctuating weight. I do exactly the same as Bert when going out. I use an insulin pen for my food related injections, and carry that and a syringe and insulin vial in a insulated cooler with " blue ice " along with me. The glucometer is always with me, too. We also bought a larger refrigerated cooler for the car that plugs into the car's accessory plug to take on long trips. It can heat or cool, and is large enough to carry all my insulin and drinks and even food, so we just move it into the hotel room with us for overnight stays. When we fly by air and stay at a hotel, I request a mini-refrigerator to be put in our room to keep the insulin cold. Are you seeing an endocrinologist? Ultimately, once you get on the right insulins, and right dosages, which is what an endocrinologist would be the best doctor to determine, you'll see how routine it can become, and how much better you will be feeling. With hope and prayers, Heidi Heidi H. Griffeth South Carolina SC & SE Regional Rep. PAI, Intl. Note: All comments or advice are personal opinion only, and should not be substituted for professional medical consultation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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