Depression and Diabetes
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Common side effects of tricyclic antidepressants include:
- Blurred vision
- Dry mouth
- Dizziness
- Weight gain
- Constipation
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Agitation
- Insomnia (difficulty falling and staying asleep)
- Nervousness
- Headache
- Changes in sexual desire and/or ability
- Exhaustion
- Muscle twitching (tremors)
- Increased heart rate
Common side effects of SSRI antidepressants include:
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Agitation
- Nervousness
- Nightmares
- Dizziness or lightheadedness
- Changes in sexual desire and/or ability
Common side effects of SNRI antidepressants include
- Nausea (particularly with Cymbalta)
- Dry mouth
- Dizziness
- Insomnia
- Sleepiness
- Constipation
- Increased blood pressure (with Effexor)
- Excessive sweating
- Changes in sexual desire and/or ability
These side effects of antidepressants often go away or become tolerable over time. To minimize the side effects, your doctor may prescribe a small dose of the medication and gradually build up to a higher dose. Side effects also vary with the specific antidepressant used; not every drug causes all of these side effects. Therefore, it may help to change to a different drug that is less likely to cause a particularly uncomfortable side effect if you are having problems.
Counseling, or psychotherapy, is also often beneficial for those suffering from depression. Meeting with a support group can also help.
The Outlook for Depression With Diabetes
The outlook for people with diabetes and depression who seek treatment is very promising. By working with your doctor or a qualified and experienced mental health care professional, you can regain control of your life.
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Answer:
0-69
70-130
131+
Your level is currently
If the level is below 70 and you are experiencing symptoms such as shaking, sweating or difficulty thinking, you will need to raise the number immediately. A quick solution is to eat a few pieces of hard candy or 1 tablespoon of sugar or honey. Recheck your numbers again in 15 minutes to see if the number has gone up. If not, repeat the steps above or call your doctor.
People who experience hypoglycemia several times in a week should call their health care provider. It's important to monitor your levels each day so you can make sure your numbers are within the range. If you are pregnant always consult with your health care provider.
Congratulations on taking steps to manage your health.
However, it's important to continue to track your numbers so that you can make lifestyle changes if needed. If you are pregnant always consult with your physician.
Your level is high if this reading was taken before eating. Aim for 70-130 before meals and less than 180 two hours after meals.
Even if your number is high, it's not too late for you to take control of your health and lower your blood sugar.
One of the first steps is to monitor your levels each day. If you are pregnant always consult with your physician.
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