I need your opinion- I am very new to diabetes. I am 21 weeks pregnant and just found out I am diabetic. They don't believe it is gestational. I am 22 yrs old, 4'11 90lbs. I have autoimmune hepatitis diagnosed when I was 16. (my immune system attacks my liver) Along with the diabetes I found out I have a very under active thyroid. All of these things that are wrong with me are like the complete opposite of my body type. An underactive thyroid would cause you to gain weight right? Type 2 diabetes usually occurs in heavier people right? I had no symptoms of ANYTHING. My docs are still pretty baffled so I don't get good answers from them- do you guys think any of this could be related to the other? I was also wondering how an insulin pump works? My levels are CRAZY- my fasting level is sometimes over 300 so the docs mentioned if it doesn't get under control we may need to use a pump. I already take 5 shots a day (Humalog and Humalin) so how would a pump be different? I AM SO CONFUSED!!
2007-09-06 02:54:02 · 9 answers · asked by JenSky413 2 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Diabetes
Hi, there. I've been a diabetic for over 40 years (I'm 42) and I had two very normal pregnancies. I'm also on a pump, but remember very well the days when I had to take 5-6 shots every day. Please know you are not alone. :)
I am EXTREMELY concerned that your doctors are not answering your questions. They also are not handling your pregnancy the way a diabetic pregnancy should be handled. You should be seeing an Endocrinologist who is specially trained in treating diabetes. This is very important. Your lack of weight gain with hypothyroidism is probably because you had undiagnosed diabetes. Your high blood sugars caused your body to not absorb what you ate. I don't think that's unusual at all. It's just unfortunate -- you must have felt AWFUL!
The disparity in your fasting sugars could be due to any of the following:
- During pregnancy, your body will sometimes use a LOT of glucose very suddenly. This can cause very sudden low blood sugars. Extremely low sugars cause the liver to release glycogen, a natural form of sugar, which raises your bloodsugar but can send it through the roof. Many diabetics don't feel the symptoms of low blood sugars, so ... once again ... you're actually very "normal" in that respect. :)
- You should also try to always eat some protein when you eat carbs. Eating carbs alone can cause your sugar to rapidly elevate and then plummet. Eating protein with the carbs helps your body maintain a more level sugar. Have you met with a dietitian to work out a diet plan? That is very important, especially right now.
- Because of the fluctuation of your sugars and the fact you're pregnant, you may find your sugars stay more stable if you eat 5-6 small meals throughout the day. Eating smaller meals throughout the day will also help you fell much better.
Regarding the pump, switching to a pump is the best thing you can do for yourself and your baby. Being on a pump will eliminate taking multiple shots every day and will help keep your sugars much more stable. You will need to test more frequently, but you will feel SO much better that it will be worth it. I've been on a pump for over 5 years and would never go back to the "old" way. Pumps are not hard to use, and you should receive extensive training on how to effectively use it to regulate your sugars. It may seem like a big change, but you will never regret it.
I could ramble on and on about achieving better control. Please feel free to contact me personally if you have more questions.
But -- FIND A BETTER DOCTOR right away. Ideally, you should be seeing an Endocrinologist who has a dietitian and a diabetes educator on staff. Finding a specialist should be your top priority right now.
I wish you the best of luck. Please post updates on how you're doing. God bless!
2007-09-06 03:26:26 · answer #1 · answered by goodworkswellnessresearch 3 · 3⤊ 0⤋
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2016-05-17 09:23:53 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are not satisfied with the answers from your doctors, then you need to get a second opinion. Then again, you may be so unusual, they just don't have the answers.........yet. The pump would be a wonderful addition to your regimen. It acts like an artificial pancreas and infuses small amounts of insulin throughout the day. You change the site once every 3 days so only 1 stick every 3 days instead of the 5 shots a day. That would make it worth it. The questions you have can only be answered by the medical community. Give them time to research what you have going on. You definitely don't fit the type for all that you have. Sorry. Good luck with it all and hope you get sugars under control.
2007-09-06 04:55:07 · answer #4 · answered by db2byl 5 · 1⤊ 3⤋
A pump would keep your insulin levels in check 24/7 and instead of 5 shots a day you usually only have 1 shot every 3 days... it works well... if your sugar is that out of control I would look into it..
i can't help you on the other questions...
2007-09-06 02:59:30 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
oh my go to www.onetouchgold.com it is the best free website for diabetics it can answer all of your questions and more it also, by ansewring 4 simple questions, will make up a one month meal plan in seconds for you. good luck and no type 2 diabetes doesnt only occur in heavier people a lot get adult onset diabetes good luck
2007-09-06 02:59:27 · answer #6 · answered by rhodeislandbornandraised 4 · 2⤊ 1⤋
ask them about humalog and lantus. that is sometimes better when shooting up check your blood 4 times a day and at 2 am also this is helping you to try and control it. i am not sure about your questions iw ould get a speciliat and stay with him.
2007-09-06 16:07:46 · answer #7 · answered by Tsunami 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have two friends with under active thyroid.
One is heavy, one is bone thin and can eat and eat all she wants.Have you started on thyroid meds yet ?
Right now you are treating the diabetes for your sake as well as for your baby's health.
After the baby is born, your doctors will be better able to figure out your case.
I wish you the best.
2007-09-06 06:37:21 · answer #8 · answered by Cammie 7 · 1⤊ 3⤋
Eat No sugar.
2007-09-06 14:23:05 · answer #9 · answered by ted j 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋