I'm so scared for me and my unborn baby right now

[elwalters77]

I'm type 1 diabetic and my blood sugars have been very high since yesterday morning.  Normal is between 70 - 100.  Mine have been between 220 and 450!  I am so worried about my baby and myself.  I had NO CHOICE but to come to work today, even though I shouldn't even be driving and my concentration is terrible.  I should be home and very closely monitoring my blood sugar, staying well hydrated and testing my urine for ketones.  Since we had someone quit and the other girl who works here "really needed a day off, school and work have her so stressed out", that leaves me as the only person to work today!  If this doesn't get better soon, I could end up in the hospital, but I'm at WORK!  With NO Help!  What if they continue to climb or suddenly crash from all the corrections I'm trying to make?  I could pass out.  In extreme cases, I could die.  AND I'm PREGNANT!  This is NOT RIGHT!  But I have NO CHOICE!  I think I'm going to cry.

 

I know I should just go home, but it's easier said than done.  The problem is that our boss is out having surgery, someone quit, the only other assistant/reception is out today, two other counselors are out and that leaves me with just two counselors.  They are salaried, so they come and go as they please.  It was even said to us by our boss that we can't expect them to answer phones or stay to close up at night.  I don't think they know how serious my disease is or how much it effects every moment of every day of my life and the sacrifices I make to be here and be a good employee.  I'm just trying so hard not to cry right now.  They won't understand if I tell them I need to leave.  They just don't get it.  I feel trapped.

 

[scarlett0720]

Oct. 3, 2008 at 9:59 AM

Iam so sorry you are going through this! My nephew has type 1 diabetes, and he isn't even two yet, and I know what he and my sister go through on a daily basis. Take care of yourself and that baby!

[mydogsublime]

Oct. 3, 2008 at 10:15 AM i had the same thing happen to me last week i had like a day where i was 285 and 435! i felt so sick and was worried. did you call your DR? i hope things are working better for you. try to stay clam, you dont need the added stress.

[elwalters77]

Oct. 3, 2008 at 10:20 AM

Thanks ladies. 

I did call my doctor.  I had to put a new infusion set in my insulin pump and take 6 units by syringe.  It still has only come down to 274!  I'm just so worried and trying very hard not to cry at my desk.  I am about to call the doctor again with an update and see what they say to do.  I just want to know my baby is ok!

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[MommyandJenna]

Oct. 3, 2008 at 10:28 AM

well hopefully things start going back to normal very soon and I would like to think that boss would like you to take care of yourself and that baby before the job but then again we all know how bosses are.  I know you would feel as though you are abandoning your post but if it comes down to that or possibly ending up in the hospital I think you should leave work and get home or to the doctor.  Maybe you should consider going over to Gannett to have them check things for you...just another option which would make it harder for boss to put up such a stink come Monday.  If you need anything give me a shout I can try to help

[SalBac]

Oct. 3, 2008 at 10:46 AM

Oh, honey!  I don't think they know how serious my disease is or how much it effects every moment of every day of my life and the sacrifices I make to be here and be a good employee. Your monumental effort to be a good employee is what keeps them from knowing how serious this is.  Why should your needs and your baby's come after anyone else's?!  This is an urgent medical situation, no joke.  Are you afraid of losing your job if you leave?  I feel awful for you... please listen to your instincts as a woman and a mother!  Sending you prayers.

[my4pinkroses]

Oct. 3, 2008 at 11:38 AM

[elwalters77]

Oct. 3, 2008 at 12:25 PM

Update:

Our student worker is such a doll!  She always cheers me up.  She volunteered to come in and covered phones while I took care of myself.  Others in the office next door have stopped in to check on me as well and offer help if I needed it.  If only my own colleagues were so perceptive and considerate.

My blood sugar has come down to 214 and I no longer have any ketones present.  My endocrinologist thinks it is coming down and hopefully this will be under control soon.  My OB said not to worry, that they were more concerned about me than the baby right now.  Of course, being the mom, I'm still worried, but I trust them.  I'll be staying in close contact with my endo all weekend as well.  Now, I'm just so dang exhausted.  TGIF and TG we close at 4:00!  Although, if I can, I want to leave early and start recuperating.

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[lovemyrugrats]

Oct. 3, 2008 at 12:41 PM

Thank goodness for student workers! I wish you could just go home. Gosh - I feel horrible for what you're going through. If we worked at the same University, I'd come right over and cover for you. Take care of yourself and know I'm thinking of you!

[shell81]

Oct. 3, 2008 at 6:21 PM

I  am diabetic and my 1st son gave me that gift to keep. After my 3rd son was born then mine was up to almost 600 and the hospital did not know how I was walking and talking. I just felt hot and tired that was it.

I am glad yours is going down. Take care of yourself. Try not and stress that bring it up also.

[Aprilmorgans]

Oct. 14, 2008 at 1:57 AM

 I just want to tell you that I went into ketoacidosis while I was at 29 weeks gestation w/my son. He was delivered by emergency C-section weighing 2lbs,15 oz, I am not trying to scare you--my point is this--do not panic when your sugars go high, and don't stress yourself out!! Today, my son is 14 years old, in PERFECT health, and is a gifted artist (cartoonist) and musician! He is an intelligent, quick-witted young man who is also  a great stand up comedian who makes everyone laugh by doing impressions. I had type 1 throughout my closely-monitered pregnancy with my 13 y o daughter Cheyenne.3 doctors recommended abortion--check out my page and look at what I trusted God for and what He gave me!