DEaling with Diabetes

Type 2 diabetes is typically recognized in adulthood, usually after age 45 years. It used to be called adult-onset diabetes mellitus, or non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus. Type 2 diabetes is a lifelong disease that affects the way your body uses food for energy. The disease develops when the cells of the body become resistant to insulin or when the pancreas cannot make enough insulin. Step one Consult a doctor and go for regular appointments. Most doctors want to see diabetics once every three months they use this appointment to do blood work and make sure the patient is doing their part in dealing with diabetes. The blood work is used to check cholesterol and blood sugar averages this is determent by a test called A1C. These levels are important for the doctor to know if medication or medication adjustments are needed. Also the doctor can send you to classes on how to deal with diabetes I highly recommend these classes. They cover diet, exercise and personal care. They also cover all the different types of medication you may be on and what they do. Most classes also cover glucose meters and how they are used, the one I went to even provided meters if you didn't have one. Step Two Diet is another important step; amazingly I learn in those classes that a diabetic diet doesn't really exist basically it is simply a diet that every one should follow diabetic or non-diabetic. What the diet is about is counting the amount of carbs we eat there is a level for each meal for men it is 4 carb choices for ladies it is 3 choices each choice is made up of 15 grams of carbs each. Also all meals should be balanced having mostly vegetables and some protein and some carbohydrates. When you eat carbs and proteins together it slows the speed in which you body turns the carbs to glucose and instead of getting a quick sugar high it rises slower and doesn't even get as high. The object being to have a small wave in blood sugar levels instead of a quick spike. Step 3 Exercise can decrease the risk of heart disease, which is common in older people and in people with diabetes. Exercise is good for everyone, including people with diabetes. It's also an important part of diabetes treatment because exercise can improve your body's response to insulin, help you lose extra body fat, and get your heart and lungs in good shape. Exercise, a low-sugar diet and losing weight may reduce the risk of diabetes later in life.

Diabetic KETOACIDOSIS

Chronically high blood glucose, hyperglycemia, substantially increase the risk for long term complications. BUt, it also present more immediately dangers for people with type 1 diabetes. If their blood sugar runs too high, it can cause dehydration and diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA. THough this relative rare and preventable, DKA is an emergency that, if untreated, can lead to coma, and possibly, death. DKA occurs when insulin falls to critically low level because yo missed insulin injections or used too little insulins during a period of illness or unusual stress. In some people, type 1 diabetes announces itself with an episode of DKA. Symptoms include increased thirst, frequent urination, rapid breathing, nausea,vomiting,fatigue,abdominal pain and "fruity" breath. In DKA, the body tries to rid itself of one type of ketone, called acetone, through your lungs. ACetone gives breath a fruity odor. The can also expel ketones through urine. If you detect DKA early, before dehydration and full-blown acidosis develop, you can easily treat it at home by drinking extra fluids and taking more insulin. The key to preventing DKA are to detect worsening glucose control early and never stop your insulin, even if your too sick to eat.

Diabetic Emergencies

Blood sugar levels that dip tool low or soar too high can cause serious illnesses that require prompt treatment. SEVERE HYPOGLYCEMIA an episode of low blood sugar are not uncommon, and most are caught early. BUt if you don't notice the symptoms and your brain is deprived of sugar for an extended period, you could lose consciousness. This is true emergency that leaves you unable to help yourself. That's why it is critical for everyone with diabetes to wear medical alert bracelet or to carry medical identification card with complete information. its' also imperative that relative, friends and colleagues know what to do in emergencies. When diabetic lapses into unconsciousness or becomes too confused to take treatment orally, the quickest remedy is an injection of glucagon, the hormone that raises blood sugar, or intravenous glucose. This is important to type 1 diabetic people to have an up-to-date glucagon kits at home and at work for emergencies. Because it should be mixed just before it's injected and the diabetic will not probably be able to do it, so, someone at home or at work should be trained to do it. If this is not possible, paramedic should be called immediately to administer glucose and take the person to the hospital. In general, never force an unconscious person to swallow solids or liquids.

FOOT CARE for diabetic

Foot care is very important for people with diabetes, more especially if you have foot ulcers or sores that do not heal which may eventually lead to amputation (thank GOD my right thumb ingrown blister that I have for many years is finally healed). You have to maintain a healthy lifestyle and keep your blood sugar and cholesterol normal as possible. Aside to that, there is a lot you can do to prevent serious foot problem such as: wash your feet with warm water; dry your feet well; smooth corns and calluses; trim your toenails when needed (with proper clippers); wear socks with your shoes at all time; do foot exercise (wiggle your toes and move your ankle up and down) keep the blood flowing to your feet; well, if you have a budget you can visit a foot spa for a foot massage. So, diabetic people should take care and be aware of their feet and remember to see a doctor if a cut, sore, or bruise on your foot does not begin to heal after 1 day.

Letting GO

My friend is so frustrated with the ways things are going with his work. He was dismayed to receive distressing words from his boss despite with all his effort and everything. And, with the “commoners” cheering on the side heighten his poignant feeling and almost lose his temper. In that instance, I cannot do anything about it but to console him. Well, that’s what life is all about…..Sooner or later, everyone in your life, everyone on and off the job will disappoint you. They’ll say or do something or fail to say and do something that will hurt you or will anger you. It’s inevitable. Unfortunately, you make thing worse when you stew over someone words and deeds. It will only make you sick and may affect your well being and lead to stress that causes many illnesses like diabetes if you dwell on it. And what can you do about anything once it is over? Not much. You can try to correct it if it is possible, or you can walk away from it if it isn’t. Those are you’re only two choices. But if you know how to respond to any of those situations, you’ll be a head of most people. You’ll be able to live above beyond your circumstance. You’ve got to learn to walk away from disappointment. It’s difficult to do, but it’s possible. Take responsibility for your feelings.

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