How to Effectively Manage Your Diabetes

When you’ve been diagnosed with type 1 or type 2 diabetes, it’s incredibly important to not only consider short-term treatment, but long-term management. Your internist will work with you to develop a comprehensive care plan, which will help to ensure you remain in optimum health.

Understanding Your Condition

The best way to manage your diabetes is to understand the nature of your condition. Your internist will provide you with relevant information; and there are also other steps you can take to familiarize yourself with it. Local support groups are a great place to start, as are informative classes and online forums.

Take the time to read about the subject and get a good grasp on what to expect from diabetes. This helps to remove the ‘fear factor’ of the unknown and also improves chances of you being able to manage the condition successfully.

Close Monitoring

As with any form of chronic illness, it’s important to keep an eye on your condition. Don’t just wait until you’re feeling unwell to see your internist. Instead, remember that they are there to help monitor your condition. Booking regular check-ups not only allows your internist to assess your health, but enables them to look at the ‘bigger picture’, ensuring that your medication is suitable for your complete wellbeing, not just for treating your diabetes.

Know How to Stay Healthy

Remember that your diabetes can be managed, providing you take positive action in your life. Making changes in terms of lifestyle and diet can dramatically improve your symptoms. If you’re not sure what changes you should be introducing into your life, arrange a time to speak with a medical expert.

Speak to an Internist Today

If you’ve got diabetes or any other form of chronic illness, it’s important to ensure you receive the best possible care and treatment. If you’d like to book an appointment with Dr Kavita Rao and her team, simply get in contact by calling 727 525 0900.