Diabetes
Diabetes is a chronic disease that affects how the body manages blood sugar levels. There are different types of diabetes, including type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, and gestational diabetes. The disease requires careful management and lifestyle changes to prevent complications.
Diabetes Overview
Diabetes is one of the most common metabolic diseases, affecting millions of people worldwide. Type 1 arises when the body’s immune system attacks and destroys the insulin-producing cells in the pancreas. Type 2 develops when the body becomes resistant to insulin or does not produce enough insulin.
Symptoms of Diabetes
Symptoms can vary depending on the type and how long the disease has developed.
Common symptoms may include:
• Increased thirst and constant thirst.
• Frequent urination, especially at night.
• Increased appetite, especially for sweet or salty foods.
• Unintentional weight loss.
• Fatigue and weakness.
• Blurred vision.
Diagnosis is usually made through blood sugar testing, including fasting blood sugar test, oral glucose tolerance test, and HbA1c test.
Risk factors
Risk factors include overweight or obesity, lack of physical activity, family history, age, ethnicity, and certain medical conditions such as high blood pressure and high cholesterol. Genetic factors also play a significant role.
Prevention
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle by eating a balanced diet, maintaining a healthy weight, and regularly exercising is important to prevent type 2 diabetes. For individuals at high risk, doctors may recommend regularly monitoring blood sugar levels and taking preventive measures.
Treatment of Diabetes
Treatment methods may include lifestyle changes, blood sugar-lowering medications, and insulin therapy. The goal of treatment is to control blood sugar levels to prevent complications and improve quality of life.
Support and Follow-up
Living with a diagnosis of diabetes requires daily management and monitoring of blood sugar levels. It is important to receive support and education to learn how to manage the disease and prevent complications. Regular follow-up visits with a doctor or diabetes care team are also important to monitor the progress of the disease and adjust treatment as needed.
Newly Diagnosed with Diabetes: What You Need to Know
Receiving a diagnosis can be overwhelming, but there are resources and support available to help you manage the disease. Take time to learn about the disease, create a management plan, and seek support from loved ones and organizations like Lycenna for additional guidance.
Lycenna can help you reduce the risk of developing the disease through tailored health screenings and lifestyle counseling. We offer thorough health screenings to detect early signs of insulin resistance and prediabetes, which may be precursors to type 2 diabetes. Our medical team can work with you to develop a personalized plan to manage risk factors such as overweight, lack of physical activity, and unhealthy eating habits.
Lycenna can help you if you have diabetes by offering tailored medical expertise and support to manage your disease effectively. Diabetes often requires lifestyle changes, including diet, exercise, and medication management. Lycenna can provide support and guidance to help patients implement these changes and develop skills to manage their diabetes effectively.
Lycenna can continue to be a valuable resource for you even if you have had the disease for a long time. We offer long-term follow-up and support to help you manage your long-term health challenges and prevent complications. Our medical team can assist with complex cases, coordinate specialized care, and manage any complications such as neuropathy, retinopathy, and kidney disease. We are here to support you through your entire journey and help you live a life full of health and well-being.
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