Managing Your Diabetes - Presentation by Wanda Reese
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Presentation for patients seeking to manage their diabetes by introducing suggested lifestyle changes for a longer and better quality of life.
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- 1. Managing Your Diabetes Healthy Lifestyle Changes Means Living a Longer Life
- 2. Did You Know? Facts About Diabetes Diabetes is the 5th leading cause of death in America - Affects nearly 21 million Americans More - than 48 million in the U.S. by 2050 Affects more than 230 million people worldwide
- 3. What is Diabetes? Diabetes means your blood glucose (often called blood sugar) is too high -Blood glucose is necessary for energy -Too much glucose in the blood isn’t good for your health Diabetes makes it difficult for your body to get the right amount of glucose needed to make energy
- 4. Causes of High Blood Glucose (blood sugar) Overeating Lack of exercise Stress Illness or injury Short time between meals and snacks
- 5. Symptoms of High Blood Glucose (blood sugar) Excessive thirst or hunger Frequent urination Frequent fatigue Nausea Headache Nervousness Confusion
- 6. Types of Diabetes Pre-Diabetes Occurs when your blood glucose levels are higher than normal, but not high enough for a diagnosis of diabetes Same symptoms as high blood sugar Often there are no symptoms Common among minorities and older populations
- 7. Types of Diabetes Cont. Type 1 Diabetes Your body produces little or no insulin Typically appears in childhood or adolescence Same symptoms as high blood sugar Symptoms come on quickly and are obvious Requires multiple injections of insulin daily
- 8. Types of Diabetes Cont. Type 2 Diabetes Known as “adult-onset” Non-insulin dependent Often mild or no symptoms Same symptoms as high blood sugar Other symptoms include: Dry, itchy skin, frequent infections and slow wound healing Symptoms can go unnoticed for years
- 9. Treatment Type 1 Diabetes Lifelong Daily commitment to: monitoring of blood sugar levels Healthy eating Regular physical activity Daily insulin injections
- 10. Treatment Type 2 Diabetes Lifelong Daily commitment to: monitoring of blood sugar levels Healthy, nutritious meals Consistent physical activity Talk to your doctor about medications
- 11. Home Management Monitor blood sugar levels (several times per day) Keep a food diary to maintain healthy diet and portion sizes, maintain weight Consistent exercise and activity Take any approved medication Regular doctor visits
- 12. Healthcare Schedule Dentist visits with the following: – Take proper care of your teeth and gums Ophthalmologist – Make annual visits with your eye care specialist Podiatrist – Pay attention to your feet Check every day for cuts, sores, blisters, redness or swelling Monitor stress levels – learn to relax
- 13. Education Stay informed Talk to your local clinic, hospital, or healthcare organizations about meal planning, testing, and checkups Follow your doctor’s directions about managing your diabetes Ask questions Work with your healthcare team to keep your blood glucose, blood pressure, and cholesterol in your target range