Strange hypos

[Fayesiec_]

Hello
I’m still relatively new to this (15mths since diagnosis) but I’m having a lot of hypos after meals. I’ve even halved the recommended dose of fast acting for the amount of carbs and it still happens???
Any thoughts?? TIA

 

[catapillar]

Have you basal tested? Here's a guide on how to do it - https://mysugr.com/basal-rate-testing/ - the units are mg/dL so divide be 18 to get mmol/l.

Change in stress levels, hormones, exercise levels, weight can impact on the amount of basal needed. Some people find the change in weather/change in the clocks will impact on their basal needs.

 

[jlarsson]

Note that not all carbs are absorbed at the same rate, depending on what you're eating you'll want to inject before, during or after eating.

 

[Fayesiec_]

Catapillar-thank you. Why haven’t my diabetes team mentioned this process? I think I read about this technique last year just after diagnosis. I have just started a new job too- but stressful so it adds up. I’m starting the DAFNE course next week- hopefully help. Thanks for the info, appreciate it.

 

[Fayesiec_]

Jlarsson- again- thank you. I’m beginning to think I’m lacking in a lot of info. Still a bit dazed if I’m honest. Better start more research.