Patient's question:
I am a woman, 47 years old, and have had diabetes for a year. How should I treat it? Should I just control it? What should I eat and drink? What is good and what is not? Is it expensive? Can I do without medication? How is diabetes treated?Doctor's answer:
Diabetes is generally caused by the decline in pancreatic function, insufficient insulin secretion, or insulin insensitivity, leading to impaired blood sugar regulation. Blood sugar must be controlled with hypoglycemic medications. It is recommended to consult the endocrinology department of your hospital for follow-up. Under the guidance of a physician, take hypoglycemic medications, take them on time, and regularly check your blood sugar to keep it well-controlled. Consume less sugary foods in daily life, such as candy snacks, starchy staple foods, and sweet fruits, and engage in adequate physical activity.