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Originally Posted by Sapphire  I was in a car accident in April, and have been going to the pain center for injections in my back. I've been warned that it can affect my blood sugar levels. So, with the first shot, he only gave me a half dose injection to see how I would react. For the next week, my levels were in the 170's. This last time he gave me the full dose and told me to expect readings well into the 200's. It has yet to go over 128. I really can't figure this out. Does anyone else get epidural injections for pain? If so, how does it affect your levels? |
One thing I have noticed over all the years I have had diabetes -- all I need be is in pain or uncomfortable at any level and the upset can bring my numbers up. Most emotionally trying things can make the blood sugar go up too.
Just keep checking your numbers and try to keep calm. The more vigilant you are about trying to keep the numbers down, the better off, overall, you will be.