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How Low Can You Go?
Started this discussion. Last reply by Clare yesterday. 20 Replies 0 Likes
Since having been diagnosed with T1D at age 44 six months ago, I have had a mortal fear of passing out, both in public and/or when I am alone. I am in honeymoon and generally on low doses of insulin…Continue
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Clare replied to red1studio's discussion 'How Low Can You Go?'"My meter has read 1.1 mmol which is ~20 mg/dl. I was able to get my butt out of bed and get a glass of orange juice. I have had T1D for 38 years and am fairly hypounaware. I do not feel the classic "low" symptoms at all now even when I hit…"
Holger Schmeken replied to red1studio's discussion 'How Low Can You Go?'"I think most people can handle lows very well. I have seen 28 mg/dl and did not pass out. The brain needs around 4g of carbs per hour. To get this amount our blood circulation can switch to centralization. In this state the blood flood to our…"
rick phillips replied to red1studio's discussion 'How Low Can You Go?'"I have been 14, passed out and 23 awake and doing very well. The issue is how quick the fall. the quicker i fall the more trouble i can have. Slow drops, allow a perosn to mis judge things but awake, sure. i once bought a car and signed the papaers…"
Karena Bowler replied to red1studio's discussion 'How Low Can You Go?'"The lowest I have ever tested is 51. Seems to happen if I take a nap after taking a day dose of insulin. Stashing candy around my room or in my bag is always helpful. Never really tend to think about the candy till I need it for a low."
"After 18 years with T1, I still fear passing out, but it has never happened, so I am slightly more confident. My worst lows have always been the result of exercise. What I would say is, always have with you glucose tabs or something to raise your…"
Sam Iam replied to red1studio's discussion 'How Low Can You Go?'"The monitors are only accurate enough to give you an estimate. I've registered around 20 and felt not that bad. I've gone into shock and lost consciousness probably about 20 times in my life. Mostly as a child. None, since I started the…"
"I think the OneTouch UltraSmart is sometimes weird about its readings ... (it's only supposed to go up to 600 mg/dl).
Once in high school I tested at 0.6 mmol/L (11 mg/dl) and felt low, but otherwise fine. (It was on a Dex meter, which really…"
guitarnut replied to red1studio's discussion 'How Low Can You Go?'"The lowest I've ever been with a meter reading is 50. I've been in the low 50's more times than I can count, mostly during my first year and a half of college. I didn't feel more than a handful of them, so I just tested a LOT, at…"
acidrock23 replied to red1studio's discussion 'How Low Can You Go?'"I'd seen the LO before so I was *really* surprised when it said "8" and "12"!"
guitarnut replied to red1studio's discussion 'How Low Can You Go?'"OneTouch meters aren't supposed to read below 20--they're just supposed to say LO.
I've convinced my Nano to read LO twice (I was trying to see if the saccharin in my eye drops would read on my meter, because it dries sticky on my…"
acidrock23 replied to red1studio's discussion 'How Low Can You Go?'"I had a One Touch Ultra Smart meter that seemed to read into wider ranges than my other meters and I saw several 7, 8, 12, etc. readings which was extremely disconcerting. That fell out of my bicycle pounch when I rode off. Now I use Ultra Minis…"
Super_sally replied to red1studio's discussion 'How Low Can You Go?'"I passed out only once, early in my diagnosis and totally thanks to inadequate teaching from my Drs.
I feel low when I get below 75. I have yet to see anything below 50 and that is very very rare. Lows are also mostly predicable.
Frequent testing…"
Broncoman replied to red1studio's discussion 'How Low Can You Go?'"In 36 years with T1, my meter has said 23 two times, both when I've woke up in the middle of the night. Its been in the 30's more times than I can remember, all middle of the night episodes.
I've never lost conscious from any of…"
Don replied to red1studio's discussion 'How Low Can You Go?'"I've gone as low as 26 and have yet to pass out in 8 years of T1. Good control generally means you can feel the lows and thus your chances of passing out are far less."
"I've had diabetes for almost 22 years and have passed out a handful of times (or otherwise been completely non-functional, not knowing where I was or what was happening even though I was "conscious"). I don't know how low I got…"
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- At 3:18pm on February 18, 2013,
Jim Roach said… Welcome to TuDiabetes Red1Studio!
- At 9:36am on February 15, 2013,
Melitta said…
Hi Red1Studio: I am glad you found my blogs useful! Thanks for the kind words; maybe it will motivate me to write another one! You are so newly diagnosed, the shock must be terrible. TuDiabetes is a great place to get support and to vent amongst people who really get it.
- At 3:43pm on February 13, 2013,
brokenpole said… Welcome to the family! On this forum you will learn so much. Most of all you will learn that you are not alone. Everyone here is supportive and will provide answers to your questions. Search the site for answers. Read the discussions and blogs for information. There are videos to help you understand diabetes and its treatment. Most of all there is family to talk to and even to vent to, if needed. Welcome home.
- At 3:20pm on February 13, 2013,
Linda G said… 
We're so happy that you're finally here!
Welcome home Jill...
This is a great place to share, to learn, and to grow...all the while meeting new people world wide, and making friends.
Take a peek at some the groups when you get a chance. Just go to the top of your page, and click on "Groups". Once in,
click on "all groups". You can either peruse the wide array of available groups....or simply type a specific interest in the
space provided.
Take in some of the blogs/discussions as well.
The resource boxes at the top of the home "Home" page, and
"About us" at the very bottom of your page and every page (the footer), offer you more information still.
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Hope you find the support and information you came looking for.
Here is a useful link to get you on your way:
http://www.tudiabetes.org/notes
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There are also groups here for young people with diabetes, such as....
"Young Adults with Diabetes".
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Hey, why don't you come join us in the TuD chat room?
You'll see us at the bottom of the home page.
We have a great time getting to know each other, sharing info and lots of laughs :)
It's on right now!
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Take care....and keep in touch!
- At 11:28am on February 13, 2013,
Marie B said… We are so glad you found us too. I've had it 45 years and I can tell you this place changed my life. so many amazing people here, and our leader Manny is a real life hero, one of the most incredible persons I've ever met. Here's a nice blog from another member diagnosed as an adult, Melitta
http://www.tudiabetes.org/profiles/blogs/melitta-s-top-ten-tips-for-the-newly-diagnosed-person-with-adultlots of good tips.
- At 8:06am on February 13, 2013, Marie B said…
hello Jill, welcome to the community. I see you just got the diagnosis. It must be overwhelming, (it's been 45 years since mine). I hope you can join us Friday for this event
http://www.tudiabetes.org/events/live-interview-with-dr-william-polonskyPlease let me know if you have any questions.
- At 5:13am on February 13, 2013,
SEAGATOR said… WELCOME to our wonderful family. We are a very caring and supportive group. Questions? Please feel free to ask us. Please read the BLOGS the FORUMS and check out the many GROUPS for much valuable advice and information. WELCOME!!!
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