Q:How do I watch my blood sugar?
A:Look at this slide show!
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HYPERGLYCEMIA (TOO MUCH SUGAR)
Q: What do I do if my blood sugar is too high?
A:Test blood sugar.
If over 250mg/dL for several tests, CALL YOUR DOCTOR!
Q:How do I know if my blood sugar is too high?
A:You may look like this picture and your meter may be above 180mg/dL!
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HYPOGLYCEMIA (NOT ENOUGH SUGAR)
Q:What do I do?
A:Drink a glass of OJ or eat a piece of candy.
If symptoms go away eat a sandwich in a half hour.
If symptoms continue CALL YOUR DOCTOR!
Q:How do I know if my blood sugar is too low?
A: You may look like this picture and your meter may be below 70mg/dL!
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***Management of DMII a deeper look:
Blood Glucose Control:
~Blood test A1C----average of blood glucose for past 2-3 months
~Daily Blood Glucose log---use of a meter
~Checking for Ketones- urine test
Hyperglycemia (too little insulin) symptoms- (NIH, 2011)
· High blood glucose
· High levels of sugar in the urine
· Frequent urination
· Increased thirst and dry mouth
· Fatigue or drowsiness
· Weight loss
Hypoglycemia (too much insulin) symptoms- (NIH, 2011)
· Sweating, shaking nervousness, pounding heart
· Hunger
· Dizziness, faintness
· Personality change, confused thinking, impatience, crankiness
· Numbness of lips and tongue
· Headache
· Blurred vision, and slurred or slowed speech.
Blood Glucose Control:
~Blood test A1C----average of blood glucose for past 2-3 months
~Daily Blood Glucose log---use of a meter
~Checking for Ketones- urine test
Hyperglycemia (too little insulin) symptoms- (NIH, 2011)
· High blood glucose
· High levels of sugar in the urine
· Frequent urination
· Increased thirst and dry mouth
· Fatigue or drowsiness
· Weight loss
Hypoglycemia (too much insulin) symptoms- (NIH, 2011)
· Sweating, shaking nervousness, pounding heart
· Hunger
· Dizziness, faintness
· Personality change, confused thinking, impatience, crankiness
· Numbness of lips and tongue
· Headache
· Blurred vision, and slurred or slowed speech.