Patient's question:
Doctor, my mother currently has diabetes, Fortunately, it's only in the early stages. I don't know how to treat her properly, so I'd like to seek advice from you. In the early stages of diabetes, is it better to use insulin or take hypoglycemic medication?Doctor's answer:
After the recurrence of diabetes, medication should be administered based on the specific situation for symptomatic treatment. The main decision involves choosing between oral medications or injectable medications for treatment. Generally, for early-stage diabetes, it is recommended to opt for oral medications for treatment. If blood sugar levels are severely elevated or if the effects of oral medications are not satisfactory, injectable medications can be considered for treatment.