Logsheets (part 2)
I have a new goal: to master my overnight BG values. The first step towards this is that I write a decent logbook. Using this, I can analyze what goes wrong and then take actions. This is where my blocking point is today. I find it time consuming and awkward to keep logs.This is how I do it now: I am using a Medtronic 512 pump (where all my insulin boluses are stored), and a Onetouch Ultra Smart meter (where my BG values are stored). I transfer the BG results to a Lifescan OneTouch software on my PC through an interface cable. Then I enter the insulin values, and carb values manually. Finally, I step through the PC programme and write everything on a paper logsheet, including exercise, meals, irregular events (most of my life seems to be irregular)
Needless to say the process is painfully slow, and with data in 4 places (pump, meter, my PC, my head, and on paper) , I sometimes forget to list events that might have affected my results.
So now I am looking for a new way to do this.
I’m thinking about going digital, carrying a pocket PC with a program for diabetic logbooks (there are several out there), and would appreciate any feedback from other diabetics on how they do this. Are you happy with your logging?
