icon-circle-smiley-face

Blood Tests and Insulin Injections

My son has had some of the symptoms of diabetes. He was 273 mg/dl [15.2 mmol/L], but dropped after playing football. Could the high reading have been caused by a sugary substance on his finger? He has a doctor’s appointment on Monday.

Read More

You could try to experiment and test twice in a row (on the correct code and on the wrong code) and see how much of a difference there is. At least you figured it out!

Read More

I’ve had diabetes for six years. Every time I do a shot or a pump site, the skin turns purple and hurts. What should I do?

Read More

My son was recently diagnosed with diabetes. Why do his blood sugars go up and down? Is his moodiness related to his diabetes?

Read More

I give my self six insulin injections per day. As I am a competitive bike rider, might I develop muscles into which I cannot inject?

Read More

Our recently diagnosed daughter has no problems with her NovoLog injections, but doesn’t like getting her Lantus. What do you suggest?

Read More

My teen son has always used an Inject-Ease. His new doctor wants him to stop using it, saying the syringes may not be going into the tissue properly. Do you think injections with the Inject-Ease are less effective?

Read More

Regardless of my son’s blood sugar level, my wife does not give our son his mealtime insulin until after he eats. Is this normal? How can we ensure my son’s blood sugars are in range all night so my wife doesn’t have to check him during the night?

Read More

What do I do if a needle breaks off in my skin?

Read More