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| Mon, 02-18-2008 - 3:12pm |
I have the usual: Type 2, High cholesterol (267 at last doc appt.) and high blood pressure. I also have a hiatal hernia and GERD. I am out of medicine for high blood pressure. It will take me 2 weeks to get more and I am out of test strips and 2 weeks for that so I haven't been monitoring blood sugar. If it has been high the last 2 weeks, would that do major damage? I could get some from the pharmacy, but it costs a lot more. Last night I stared feeling funny and couldn't sleep real well. My fingers are swelling up, but I haven't noticed the ankles. I also have arthritis in my hands. I just don't feel right and kind of nauseous. I am constantly worrying about my heart. My dad passed away from a heart attack last spring. I am only 46. Should I be real concerned? Also, I lost 55 pounds since last year, but recently gained 9 because I am eating a bit more sugar. Bad I know. Thanks.
Debbie

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Debbie,
Freestyle is a brand of meter which is different from yours. You need to check the meter as the booklet tells you. Most often you will notice that the reading is strange and you wonder why. Then it is appropriate to check the meter again and see if everything is okay.
Don't worry about asking questions. That is what we are here for.
I double checked and my little bottle of solution has an expiration date on it - appears to be good for about 6 months or so. Probably depends on the type of meter and test strips and all like that.
I'm one of those 'instruction follower' type folks (mostly) and I like knowing that it tested in the right range on the control before I start testing on myself.
--Deb
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