Prevention and Treatment of Diabetes and Self-Care

Author: Chi Zhisheng (Editor)
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Publish Date: 2002-08-01
Features: The World Health Organization (WHO) states that there are at least 240 million diabetes patients worldwide, and the vast majority of them do not receive the necessary care and treatment. The condition is particularly severe in adolescents and children, and if not treated promptly, it can ultimately lead to disability. The entire population should be aware of the increasing number of diabetes patients and its preventability, treatability, and the severity of its complications. Diabetes is a lifelong chronic disease that can be combined with various other conditions, posing a significant threat to health. To effectively control diabetes, patients must work closely with doctors and enhance self-care, otherwise, it is difficult to achieve this goal. Therefore, it is essential for patients and their families to repeatedly learn and master relevant knowledge about diabetes. Professor Chi Zhisheng is an endocrinologist at Peking Union Medical College Hospital (PUMCH). He comprehensively, systematically, and thoroughly summarizes 370 questions across 21 aspects, providing answers to diabetes-related knowledge that readers with a junior high school education or higher can understand. This book not only covers a broad scope but also offers depth, requiring continuous and repeated study during the diabetes control process to fully grasp the relationships between insulin, hypoglycemic drugs, diet, and physical activity, thereby formulating correct prevention and treatment plans. If diabetes is well-controlled, its complications can be significantly reduced or avoided, thereby improving quality of life and enabling a normal lifespan. Disseminating diabetes knowledge to patients and their families is extremely important, with the aim of fully utilizing patients' subjective initiative and minimizing their reliance on healthcare providers. This book is not only very helpful for diabetes patients but also provides valuable reference for grassroots healthcare professionals in understanding the diagnosis and treatment of diabetes.