10 Questions to Ask Your Doctor About Diabetes
Since you were recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, ask your doctor these questions at your next visit.
1. Does having diabetes mean that I am at higher risk for other medical problems?
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2. Should I start seeing other doctors regularly, such as an eye doctor?
3. How often should I test my blood sugar, and what should I do if it is too high or too low?
4. Are there any new medications that I could use to help manage my diabetes?
5. Does diabetes mean I have to stop eating the foods I like best?
6. How can exercise make a difference in my diabetes?
7. If I'm overweight, how many pounds do I have to lose to make a difference in my health?
8. Are my children at increased risk for the disease?
9. What is the importance of diet in diabetes?
10. Do I need to take my medications even on days that I feel fine?
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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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