I am a diabetic and own pink eye, sore throat and in recent times surface crappy. is this possibly why my #'s are elevated?
yes it could concluding week i had bronchitis and my #'s were large .
plus we are so lucky not much of the over counter medicine that we can take any
Yes any condition makes your numbers go up, when I have a fever I figured it out because my numbers be threw the roof, make sure to test your keytones! Feel Better!
Any type of infection can make your blood glucose levels spike.
Your immune system is weak. Yes your #'s are going to be crazy when you are sick.
My son is a diabetic as okay, here is some of the information we received when he was originally diagnosed:
The flu, a cold, and other minor bugs can cause big problems beside blood sugar control.
Some things to consider when illness strikes:
Take your meds. Keep taking any oral diabetes medications or insulin.You may requirement to adjust your dose when ill;
Test often. Test your blood glucose level frequently; every 3-4 hours is ideal.
Check for ketones. Vomiting can cause dehydration and consequent glorious blood sugars. If your blood sugar is testing at 240 mg/dl (13.33 mmol/l) or higher, you should trial your urine for ketones.
Stock up on snacks. Have non-perishable, easy-to-prepare, and illness-friendly foods like Popsicles, soup, juice boxes
Stay hydrated. Drink plenty of clear fluids, as dehydration can make higher your blood sugar levels.
I suggest reading this natural medicine encyclopaedia:
God's Medicine Manual (herbs, vitamins and minerals) by Linda Wise.
I remember using remedy for pink eye. I think it was slice of fresh tomato slice-the liquid had something to do with the fixing. As for throat it be Golden Seal herb. Diabetes: it may be licorice tea. Good Luck. Source(s): GOD'S MEDICINE IS BEST BY LINDA WISE.
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