Question: how do you manage diabetes when sick?
Answer: Stay hydrated. You can easily get dehydrated if you have fever, vomiting or diarrhea. ... 
Change up your diet. When you're not able to eat as much as normal or don't have an appetite, meal replacement drinks are often helpful. ... 
Create a sick-day tool kit. Dr. ... 
Make sure you're monitoring. ... 
Talk to your doctor.