Patient's question:
On July 23, 2016, during a health check-up, it was found that the blood lipid level was high (30.7) and the blood sugar level was 7.83. At that time, it was not taken seriously. By October 2, the symptoms of thirst, excessive drinking, and frequent urination reappeared. On October 11, it was diagnosed as diabetes. Currently, the patient is being treated in the hospital, using insulin and oral hypoglycemic drugs, with blood sugar levels generally well-controlled. After a thorough examination, the pancreatic function is still good, with minimal damage. How should it be treated?Doctor's answer:
General diabetes treatment is primarily based on Western medicine, and it is essential to take medication on time and in the correct dosage.Recommendations: It is advisable to maintain a healthy diet and lifestyle, engage in appropriate physical exercise, and keep a normal weight. Individuals who are excessively overweight should adjust their diet appropriately to reduce their weight to a normal range. Additionally, traditional Chinese medicine such as Changhong Panax ginseng can be used to regulate the condition.
The active components, saponins and polysaccharides, in Panax ginseng have a notable effect in lowering blood sugar levels. They can also reduce blood lipids, improve blood circulation, and gradually alleviate and stabilize the symptoms of diabetes.