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How & At What Point Do I Treat Highs When I Am Sick (cold Like Symptoms)??

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Gravette, AR
January 4
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I treat all high blood sugars right away, unless I've just eaten (and my bolus insulin is still active). Talk to your healthcare team on how to treat highs when you are sick!

January 6
A myT1Dteam Member

When you're sick with cold-like symptoms and have type 1 diabetes, it's important to monitor your blood sugar closely. Check your blood sugar at least every four hours and test for ketones. If your blood sugar is high and not responding to insulin, contact your healthcare team for guidance. If you have moderate or large Show Full Answer

When you're sick with cold-like symptoms and have type 1 diabetes, it's important to monitor your blood sugar closely. Check your blood sugar at least every four hours and test for ketones. If your blood sugar is high and not responding to insulin, contact your healthcare team for guidance. If you have moderate or large ketones or symptoms of diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), such as confusion or vomiting, seek emergency care immediately. For more details, visit url: https://www.myT1Dteam.com/resources/nausea-and-....

January 4
A myT1Dteam Member

So far No vomiting just a hard cough head ache...Thanks for the advice I Greatly appreciate U reaching out to me

January 5

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