Getting the most from your diabetes-care team
Diabetes experts recommend you seek care from a diabetes-care team to help you manage your diabetes. In addition to you and your primary care physician, your team may include an endocrinologist, diabetes educator, dietitian, pharmacist, mental health provider, podiatrist, and eye care specialist. Tell us who is on your team and how you utilize them in your diabetes care.
My advice to anyone recently diagnosed with either type 1 or type 2 diabetes is to go to an endocrinologist.
Testing blood sugar regularly and often is essential to taking charge of your diabetes management.
I lost my job and can’t get medical coverage. What do I do?
My doctor of more than 12 years is leaving the clinic. But I am going to work harder than ever to stay on track.
Time is of the essence. To get the most out of your visits, use these checklists to prepare ahead and be ready for your provider at your appointments.
Diabetes educators…can be a sounding board, coach, or cheerleader; or offer you a shoulder to cry on or hearty pats on the back when you accomplish a goal.
What it took for me to take control of my diabetes was a simple thing...My HMO changed my physician...He sat me down and told me he wasn't going to allow me to continue to accept having diabetes.
Although I know I've still got a long way to go, I know that I would never have gotten there had I not found this doctor who took the time to care, empathize, and educate me on how much better my life can be.
My father was a diabetic who managed his disease with oral medications. With 3 nurses in the family, you would think it was going to be easy. It was a daily trial.
If I could tell you anything about my story in one sentence, it would be to find your daily support team or person, as without them, you could find yourself in real denial and trouble.
A good support team is a must. Without it, your chance of beating this stuff goes down.
I've had diabetes since 1997. Since I forget and can't remember if I've taken my insulin, my diabetes-care team suggested a pen with a time and date and correct insulin dosage. So, now when I forget, I look at the meter to see if I've injected or not. What a life saver!
When I was first diagnosed with diabetes, I was not given much information. My doctor sent me to a class on diabetes and that helped me a lot. They went over the complete facts on diabetes and diet plan. I have been able to keep good control with the education I received.
I am the healthiest I have ever been at 52, with good blood sugar (glucose) control, good blood pressure, good cholesterol levels, plenty of exercise and careful watching of my diet.
Children don't like taking shots...but they love giving them!! Children don't like having their finger stuck...but they love sticking their mother's finger!
"Are you diabetic?" asks the kindly nurse. "Not that I know of." I respond jokingly. "Mind if I check?" She has the meter in hand; she is going to do it anyway. "Nah, go ahead."
What are ABC Targets? They refer to some of the most important numbers in your diabetes care plan. Ask your healthcare provider what your ABC targets should be. If your "numbers" are not in the desired target range, partner with your healthcare provider to take the necessary next steps to improve them.
Individual results may vary. This information does not replace the advice of your healthcare provider. Be sure to consult your healthcare provider regarding your individual diabetes treatment plan.
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