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What To Do When Your Sugar Is 600+

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Clarksburg, OH

Type one on a insulin pump and a Dexcom G6 problems with sugar dropping too low,as low as 48-and problems with sugar going too high as high as 600+

April 15, 2024
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A myT1Dteam Member

call your Endo now also call. in a Diabeties educator who know pumps that can work with you and to prevent those highs and lows I wear a pump and a Dexcom g7 when I start getting those highs I review what I ate how much Insulin I took and acted accordly

April 30, 2024
A myT1Dteam Member

I am on a pump and a Dexcom, My Doctor put me on the pump to raise my sugar.
with the pump, If my sugar were to drop to 60 the pump would start raising it to around 90-120.
Sometimes it does drop to the 40's. So now I put on activity through the night, and my sugar gets to 260. but I am not awoken to a low-sugars.

April 17, 2024
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If your blood sugar is 600 mg/dL or higher, it's a medical emergency that requires immediate attention. Here's what you should do:

1. **Seek Emergency Medical Help**: High blood sugar levels like 600 mg/dL can lead to serious, life-threatening complications, including diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). It's crucial to get Show Full Answer

If your blood sugar is 600 mg/dL or higher, it's a medical emergency that requires immediate attention. Here's what you should do:

1. **Seek Emergency Medical Help**: High blood sugar levels like 600 mg/dL can lead to serious, life-threatening complications, including diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). It's crucial to get medical help right away.

2. **Do Not Exercise**: Exercising with very high blood sugar can make your blood sugar level even higher.

3. **Stay Hydrated**: Drink water or other fluids that don't contain sugar to stay hydrated, but understand this is not a substitute for medical treatment.

4. **Follow Medical Advice**: Once you receive medical attention, follow the healthcare provider's instructions closely for managing your blood sugar.

Remember, prevention and regular monitoring are key to avoiding such high blood sugar levels. Always work closely with your healthcare team to manage your type 1 diabetes effectively.

April 15, 2024

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