Patient's question:
My aunt has had diabetes for over two years. She has been receiving treatment. She is taking insulin and has been prescribed many hypoglycemic drugs. However, her diet control is not good, and her blood sugar levels are sometimes unstable, with both high and low readings. Can you explain the relevant techniques and treatment methods for diabetes? What should patients pay attention to in their diet? Can diabetic patients drink fruit juice?Doctor's answer:
According to your description, diabetes refers to elevated fasting blood glucose levels > 70 millimoles and elevated blood glucose levels > 111 millimoles 2 hours after a meal, with common clinical manifestations such as polydipsia, polyuria, and polyphagia. Poor long-term blood sugar control in diabetic patients can easily lead to complications such as diabetic nephropathy, diabetic retinopathy, arteriosclerosis, and peripheral neuropathy. Blood glucose should be checked regularly every day. High-sugar foods should be avoided in the diet. Fruits should not be eaten, and foods such as yam and pumpkin should be eaten sparingly. Blood sugar-lowering drugs should not be used irregularly.