Patient's question:
Because of a certain illness, I have been unable to stop taking medication for a long time. Due to the medication, my endocrine system has been affected. Now I want to stop taking the medication and regulate my body. Please ask for small methods to self-test for diabetes.Doctor's answer:
Self-testing for diabetes primarily relies on symptoms, such as dry mouth and throat. For example, if you have recently consumed more food and drinks, your mouth may feel dry for no reason, and your weight may not decrease but instead increase, with more frequent urination. A small portion of the population may still use the old method: urinate a bit and then check if ants gather on it. Generally, ants are attracted to sweetness. Of course, this symptom usually indicates a relatively severe condition, meaning that the patient's blood sugar is very high and the amount of sugar in the urine is significantly elevated. It is generally recommended to have blood sugar testing done at a hospital. Fasting screening provides the highest accuracy, and three consecutive tests are usually sufficient.