Definitely, yes, if you understand which insulin to change, and the effects of meals and exercise. In fact, adjusting insulin doses is critical to successful insulin pump and basal/bolus insulin therapy.
Many doctors advise use of a "sliding scale" of short-acting insulin adjustments, based upon blood sugar levels before meals. I am very uncomfortable with this concept, as it is "reactive" rather than "proactive." Other factors, such as the size of the upcoming meal (especially dose adjustments...
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