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Is it really required to control blood sugar in type 1 diabetes?
The goal is to keep your blood sugar level as close to normal as possible to delay or prevent complications.
Last updated on 10 May 2022
Raised blood sugar can damage blood vessels leading to kidney damage and eye damage, vascualr remodelling leads to raised blood pressure and heart disease.
Both oral medicines and insulin are good at treating Diabetes, each having it's own benefits and side effects.
Prefer foods lower in fat and calories and higher in fiber. Focus on fruits, green vegetables and whole grains. Regular physical activity.
Glucose should only be given to Diabetic patients when they are in hypoglycemic state i.e., when the blood sugar levels have dropped below normal range and patient is symptomatic.
Goal fasting blood sugar is 80 - 130, post prandial blood sugar is < 180 mg/dl.
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