Illness and the diabetic

When you're diabetic, illness poses a special challenge.  Since Thursday evening, I've been dealing with what I'm assuming is a flu bug.  As I was leaving church after bell choir rehearsal, I suddenly started to feel sick.  I barely slept all night due to the discomfort.  Friday was spent either in bed, in the recliner, or on the couch.  I couldn't even lift my head.  At lunchtime I was able to eat some saltines to which I was able to add a little margarine to them around mid-afternoon.  Dinner consisted of about 2-3 oz of pulled pork (no bbq sauce, thank you).

This morning, my fasting glucose level was 109, lower than typical for me, not surprising.  I have been able to sit upright but not able to stand for more than a few minutes.  This is very frustrating for a mom of five children.  I have housework to tend to, no time to just sit around.  However I know I'm not doing anymore any good by pushing myself too fast.  By laying low yesterday, I was able to let my body heal without making my glucose levels go too low.  Unfortunately I had to depend on my body to regulate things since I wasn't able to do it with food or activity.

I'm still learning about diabetes and I know that my diabetes is very different than what others are dealing with.  I feel lucky that I don't have to deal with medication at this time.  However, I do know I need to regulate the amount of carbs I consume and the amount of exercise I do.  When a diabetic is sick, all the normal management plans go out the window.  It have been a guessing game for me during these last two days.  I'm feeling much better, though a little weak.  I am thankful for a wonderful husband and five great kids who have been helping take care of me so I can get back on my feet quickly.