text: Your poor son. I really think you should seek a second opinion. I was having a very difficult time controlling my sugar too. I didn't even know I was a diabetic until I landed in the hospital with Diabetic Ketoacidosis. My sugar and ketones were in the 500's and I was very sick! When I got home from the hospital, I tried to follow the diabetec diet I was given, but it just did not work. It wasn't working in the hospital either. Anyway, I started testing my sugar before I ate and 2 hours after. I discovered that any kind of grain, even the tiniest amount, would send my sugar soaring! My sister, (whose husband is a doctor) told me to get a book called The Schwarzbein Principle. I did, along with  The Schwarzbein Principle Cookbook and have been doing fine since starting on her program. My 14 day average is in the 90's and I have been able to reduce my insulin (also Lantus) substantially. The pain in my legs and feet is almost nonexistent now. I think it would really help you too. Keep in mind that pain, stress and certain medications can also raise blood sugar levels. Different foods effect people differently, so be sure to test your son to see what is spiking his levels. Ask your doctor how to adjust his Lantus, as small amounts can have a profond effect. I hope this helps you and your son. I know how difficult this must be for both of you. Best wishes.