Q- ABC of diabetes
Ans- A diagnosis of diabetes does not always mean a lifetime of complications.
By devising a plan of action for your diabetes management, you'll reduce many of the risks
associated with having type 1 or type 2 diabetes.
A- HbA1c & Blood glucose: Take control of blood glucose. By maintaining tight control over
your blood glucose, you may minimize the damaging effects of unpredictable glucose levels
on your body. Aim for an HbA1c reading of less than 7%.
B- Blood Pressure: Keep blood pressure in check. High blood pressure
increases your risk of stroke, heart attack, kidney and eye diseases. Aim for a reading of 130/80 mm
of Hg.
C- Cholesterol: Watch your cholesterol. Total cholesterol levels should generally be 200 mg/dl,
but discuss personal goals with your doctor. Watch out for LDL and HDL cholesterol levels,
too much LDL can clog the walls of arteries, so keep it under 100 mg/dl to avoid problems.
In addition, HDL cholesterol should be greater than 40 mg/dl for men, and 50 mg/dl for women.
Triglycerides, a type of fat, should also be under 150 mg/dl.
D- Diabetic Nephropathy: Don't forget your kidneys. When you have diabetes, your kidneys
can become compromised due to poorly controlled blood glucose and high blood pressure,
so be certain to have a microalbumin test at least once per year, with a goal of less
than 20 mg per litre or 30 micrograms per milligram creatinine.
E- Eye complications: Look out for your eyes. High blood glucose can cause serious
vision problems. If you have diabetes, it is crucial to have a dilated eye exam once per year.
If you have any vision problems,report them to your doctor immediately.
F- Foot problems: Examine your feet. It's very important for people with diabetes to check
their feet for wounds or fissures on a daily basis. If you discover a wound, treat it immediately
and monitor the healing process.
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