diabetes out of control

Lately after having an ICD implanted (pacemaker/defibrillator) I have had problems with keeping my blood sugars under control. I have strayed away from sweets and try to watch my diet very carefully. While in the hospital they had to give me at least 2 units of insulin just before lunch because my blood sugars would be over 200. Ever since then I have been having trouble getting my blood sugars down during the day. Sometimes @ night I will have a low blood sugar. I'm not sure what to do here.

I know when my sugars go low at night it is because I have not had enough carbohydrates for dinner. Also,if you are in  a hospital you are probably not getting as much exersize as usual. This might account for your high sugars during the day.

Just some thoughts. Hope they help.

Ancientstar,

Are you on any other diabetic meds besides glucovance? How many carbs are you having with breakfast? Lunch?

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