Hang in there! There have been dramatic advances in controlling the condition. Hopefully they can get him stabilized and then get it under control. I have 3 nieces and nephews with diabetes and I know how devastating the news can be and the change in lifestyle they need to undergo. We are all praying for him.
My thoughts and prayers are with you. It is unusal for a 40 year old to become type 1 diabetic, but not unheard of. The doctors will do everything within their powers. That and our prayers. Our health care may be expensive and cumberson, but is the best in the world and that's who you want now. jr
Roger, I deeply regret hearing the news. Our prayers for him will be many. I've never heard of a Blood Sugar of 1600. 600-800 is comatose range. He must come from hearty stock. Your posittive attitude will go far towards his recovery.
We'll keep positive thoughts for your son and family down here in Texas; once the docs get his glucose & blood Ph back to a normal range, hopefully he'll bounce back. Hang in there.
Thanks so much for all your support guys - means a lot to us.
Radman & Gr8eyes -- I too questioned the high (1600) blood sugar reading and was told it was correct. Andy had been feeling crappy for about a month but put it down to his back surgery problems and maybe the flu, so just kept up with his vicodin and drank plenty of gatorade to keep hydrated. Seems the gatorade was NOT a good idea! He's a big, strong and young guy -- all in his favor.