These are a few solutions to type 2 diabetes.
IMPROVING YOUR DIET :
this plays a major role in treating diabetes. it is important to eat more vegetables, beans, fish, and to choose fat free dairy products, minimize sugar intake as much as possible.
STAY ACTIVE
Work to lose weight, exercise under the supervision of a physician
START TAKING INSULIN
NOTE THIS IS ONLY RECOMMENDED BY YOUR DOCTOR... do not engage in self medication.
There are two basic types of insulin: short-acting, intermediate-acting and long-acting. Though insulin is more prevalently used in cases of type 1 diabetes, it is used to fight both types. Your doctor will decide on what type of insulin is best for you. For the record, injection is the only route currently available for insulin administration.
Short-acting insulin is where the blood glucose level drops at a very fast rate. Available insulin preparations are “Actrapid” or Humulin R, which has a rapid acting effect with a fast onset of 20 minutes, lasting for about 8 hours. This can be given subcutaneously, intramuscularly, or intravenously through an IV.
Intermediate-acting insulin is where the blood glucose level drops gradually. It is called “Monotard” or Humulin N, which has an intermediate acting effect; the onset of action is two hours and lasts to almost one day. It’s also called Neutral Protainne Hagedron (NPH) and is given only by subcutaneous injection.
Long-acting insulin is where the blood glucose level drops even more gradually. It is called “Insulin Ultra lente” or Insulin L; it has a very slow onset of action at about six hours and lasts up to 2 days. It is also given by subcutaneous route only.
An example dosage of insulin is Humulin R at 20 international units, three times a day.This is given with food to ensure that the required level of blood glucose is achieved.
In type 2 diabetes, adequate diet and proper exercising can be sufficient to control your condition. If not, oral hypoglycemics will be prescribed.
MONITOR YOUR SUGAR LEVELS
All people with diabetes need to ensure that they monitor their blood sugar levels at home. This is important because it helps in the regulation of medicines given to control the amount of glucose in the blood. If you don't, you may get hypoglycemia, where there is reduced blood glucose in your blood, leading to many complications such as blurred vision and dehydration.
TALK TO YOUR DOCTOR
if you notice any signs or symptoms report to your doctor on your next visit, pls do not hide anything.
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