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DKA--diabetic fun for everyone

Well, my pump malfunctioned yesterday and I didn't realize it until the symptoms appeared. Super thirsty, aches, exhaustion, stomach cramps, nausea. Checked my blood and it was 400. great, huh? Checked my urine, high ketones. Called the doctor and spent the rest of last night fighting the symptoms while fighting the evils of Type I.

Today I still feel exhausted, foggy, and weak. Aside from that I feel pretty defeated and a little blue. I know it is all part of the physical toll it has taken on me in the past 24 hours, but I am at work and realize I probably shouldn't be. Could use a pep talk form those who "get it".

Best,

Amy

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Anyone?????!!!! (echo, echo, echo...)

::hugs::

I don't have any firsthand experience with what you're going through, but wanted to wish you the best. Did you have trouble keeping your sugar under control early after surgery?

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No. A week or so after surgery, it ran slightly high. Since then it has been FABULOUS. (Except for the times my pump malfunctions.)

I totally understand! I've been type one for 17 years and it stinks. After my sleeve 22 months ago, I stick to a very low carb eating plan 20-30 carbs a day and I stay away from bread, rice and pasta. I literally take 3-5 units of insulin (if needed) and I pretty much manage without it. Drink your water and eat some protein. Hope u feel better.

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I feel your pain...absolutely hate it when my pump acts up and BS gets so high! :( I usually end up taking insulin with a syringe so it's a faster dose....I've had a few of those (pump malfunction) in the past month and honestly it takes a toll on you! I think it's the current box of supplies I'm using.

Hope your doing better now!

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