Could you clear up my misunderstanding about diabetes?

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Is a light cola better than a dark cola? Is eating a pot pie ok? What would happen if your glucose reading is between 150 -281 everyday in the last four months. How long can you have this reading before something happens? What will happen when something does happen? Is there a way to buy insulin over the counter? Is there such a thing as Pre-diabetes? Is it the same as diabetes? Can someone with Pre-diabetes become normal? How long should one wait to check their glucose reading after they eat?

Do you have to eat three times a day if you have diabetes? What happens if you don't eat a meal three times a day? Can stress increase you blood sugar?

Answer 1

Before I begin answering your questions. I will establish my credibility. I am a type 1 diabetic with an insulin pump. I was diagnosed with diabetes in February 2002. I have been on a pump for the last three years. Most of my answers are from personal experience, what my doctor has told me, and what I have read. Certain things are told differently, but many are effective regardless. I hope this helps answer your question


First question. Have you seen a doctor.

-If you have diabetes it is best to drink Diet or no soda at all, it doesn't matter what color the soda is.
-Diabetics can eat anything they want, as my doctor puts it, it is your body you will do what you want. You just have to know your limits and how much insulin you should take if you are insulin dependent. Your doctor should talk to you about your insulin/Carb ratio.
-There are two areas of diabetes. There are those who tend to be hypoglacemic which is where their sugars stay in the low ranges and then there is hyperglacemic where the sugars tend to stay a little high. Your doctor will work with you for target areas to keep your sugars in. Keep in mind you do not have complete control over your sugars, you could do everything right and you can still go high or low. For me personally being stressed or nervous is the same as eating something..my sugars will go up automatically. Though if your sugars constantly stay over 200 you will be putting your body at risk for complications down the road. Yet again, this is why you should work closely with an endocrinologist
-By something I'm assuming you mean something bad. Complications, most of them will begin and gradually get worse. The only thing you have to worry about is your sugars going too high or too low. Once you hit 80 or under you are putting yourself in danger. If you go to low your body will go into a coma. Same with if your sugars go to high. If you are in a coma for too long either way there is a chance of death. Both can be avoided though.
-Insulin over the counter. Good luck. I'm sure there may be a way to get insuling, i'm not sure if it would be legal. Most cases you have to have a prescription. If you don't have insurance it will cost you an arm and a leg. A box of insulin pens that cost me $9 with insurance would cost me $100 without.
-Pre-diabetes is a condition that does exist. There's not much out there about it, but there is a stage. There is also a period called the honeymoon period. After being diagnosed with diabetes and starting insulin therapy, there is a chance for a while that your body is still producing some insulin, which could be a reason why some don't experience highs or lows for a while. You will generally know when this period is over b/c you will experience more highs/lows. To some this is more obvious.
-If you are destined to become a type 1 diabetic there really isn't much you can do. It will happen regardless of what good habits you create. If you are type 2 there are many cases, if it is because of obesity, where you can lose the weight and become cured. Type 1 is lifelong, type 2 is only lifelong in those who become that way genetically.
-Two hours after eating is a good time to check your sugars. If you are high then you will need to take some insulin, your doctor will discuss correction ratios with you.

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Dark or lite cola makes no difference its the sugar content all sodas contains alot of sugar. 150 to 281 is high enough so if you went to the doctors I'm sure they would start you on a diabetic med.No you can not buy insulin over the counter. Only your doc can prescribe the med you need. Depends if your type 1 orr 11. Type 11 it would not be insulin it would be a med that helps your pancreaus make its own. And yes sometimes by losing weight and watching your diet cut back on sugar and carbs pre diabetics can be reversed. You really should go and see your doctor about this. Are having excessive thirst and urination?n That would be a indicator that you are diabetic

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Answer 9

light cola is said to be better than dark, but it really don't have anything to do with diabetes, both are full of sugar, you should at least drink diet cola. Eating a pot pie is fine, eating 4 pot pies is bad. Everything containing sugar or starch (which turns into sugar) should be eaten in moderation. Your scale is pretty wide on the glucose readings, if you had sugars over 200 for 3 months and 3 weeks and the rest were under 300, that's not good. If you go to a doctor, they can give you very clear instructions on diet, and you may be given medication to help you keep your sugar normal. If your sugar stays high for a long time, you may develop various other problems, such as heart disease, and kidney damage. You have to have a prescription for insulin or oral medications to lower blood sugar. There is Pre-diabetes, and you can become normal through diet and exercise, wait 2 hours after eating to test sugar, and PLEASE read this:
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Answer 10

You need to talk to your doctor or a diabetic educator. They can give you a lot of inforamtion and booklets that you can read, jot down questions, if you still are confused about things. and you can ask them about later. But, diet drinks or water are best, stress can raise levels, high readings can affect people differently, Insulin can't be bought over the counter, you need a prescription for it. Good luck.

Answer 11

Diabetes is when your body cannot process the sugar and turn it into energy which your body needs. Your body is no longer producing insulin naturally. Hyper glycemic is high blood sugar & hypoglycemic is low blood sugar either cases are considered diabetes. As for your other questions:
Cola's don't matter however you should be drinking sugar free drinks; a pot pie is fine to eat; If your glucose reading is 150-281 it is HIGH, something is already happening your kidneys are taking the punishment because the sugar is making them work harder; it is hard to say what will happen but way take the risk if your sugar goes too high you could go into a Coma or worse Die so way not take care of yourself NOW with the right treatment; There are NO over the counter insulins or pills for diabetes you MUST have a prescription; well pre-diabetes...hum not really you have it or your don't just keep an eye out for unusual symptoms (please visit american diabetes association website for more information) Diabetes is Diabetes Type 1 Insulin dependent & Type 2 can range from diet & pill maintenance or insulin injections with pills & diet; No once you have diabetes you can control it but you are now dependent on medications to help you break down the sugar in your body; It's always a good idea to check your sugar before you eat that way you can adjust you injections accordingly, however if you on under Dr.'s care NEVER adjust you medication without consulting them FIRST!! Good Luck :)