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Why is my blood sugar high (8+) and staying high despite insulin
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<blockquote data-quote="UK T1" data-source="post: 2384852" data-attributes="member: 503751"><p>Hi, I find that when I have to correct lots for high doses, simply increasing my basal (often just by 1 unit) stops my need for correction. So I'd look into a basal test first. The idea is that your basal should be sufficient to keep your blood glucose stable without you eating anything. You mentioned going high overnight which might also be sorted by tweaking your basal. If you search for 'basal testing' there are threads which explain how to do it. Remember that any change can take a few days to stabilise, so I'd make small changes every 3-4 days so you get chance to see the effects without risking hypos.</p><p></p><p>Once you're happy that your basal is right, then I agree with others that getting a better idea of the carbs in your meals will help. This could be looking at the packaging your food comes in, or using apps which suggest the carbs in typical meals. It doesn't have to be completely precise, but you'll find it helps your levels.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="UK T1, post: 2384852, member: 503751"] Hi, I find that when I have to correct lots for high doses, simply increasing my basal (often just by 1 unit) stops my need for correction. So I'd look into a basal test first. The idea is that your basal should be sufficient to keep your blood glucose stable without you eating anything. You mentioned going high overnight which might also be sorted by tweaking your basal. If you search for 'basal testing' there are threads which explain how to do it. Remember that any change can take a few days to stabilise, so I'd make small changes every 3-4 days so you get chance to see the effects without risking hypos. Once you're happy that your basal is right, then I agree with others that getting a better idea of the carbs in your meals will help. This could be looking at the packaging your food comes in, or using apps which suggest the carbs in typical meals. It doesn't have to be completely precise, but you'll find it helps your levels. [/QUOTE]
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