TIPS TO MANAGE DIABETES IF YOU’RE SICK

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by emmaclark on Wed Oct 26, 2022 11:38 am

TIPS TO MANAGE DIABETES IF YOU’RE SICK

People typically lose their appetite and feel lethargic when they have mild diseases like the flu, a cold, a urinary tract infection, or digestive difficulties. They might choose to stay in bed, take some over-the-counter medications, and go to sleep so that the medicine and their immune systems can work together to treat the sickness.

However, a common illness or infection is more difficult for diabetes individuals to recover from. Variations in the amounts of ketone and glucose can result in serious consequences. But if ignored, these issues might develop into potentially fatal medical emergencies including diabetic coma.

WHAT HAPPENS TO YOUR BLOOD SUGAR LEVELS WHEN YOU GET SICK?

Colds, the flu, or infections can happen anytime. Your body may become stressed when you’re ill. In case of illness, your body releases hormones to combat the illness, resulting in high sugar levels. People who don’t have diabetes can make enough extra insulin to keep their blood sugar in a normal range during times of stress and illness. But diabetic patients may need to take extra diabetes medication to keep their blood sugar near normal during times of illness or stress.

SHOULD YOU GO FOR KETONES TEST?

Your body starts producing ketones when your blood sugar levels get too high. This can be too dangerous for you. Make sure to keep a check on ketone levels, if:

1. You have type 1 diabetes
2. Your blood sugar is more than 250 mg/dL for more than 4 hours
3. You have fruity smelling breath, stomach pain, vomiting, diarrhea, or fast breathing

Consult with your healthcare provider as soon as possible if your ketones levels are moderate or large.

WHAT TO EAT AND DRINK WHEN YOU’RE SICK?

High blood sugar, fever, diarrhea, and vomiting can cause you to lose too much fluid from your body, resulting in dehydration. Make sure to drink fluids – at least one glass of liquid every hour, take small sips of liquid in every 15 minutes in case of vomiting. Keep a check on your diet because whatever you eat and drink will impact on your blood sugar level.
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by healthjournal on Fri Oct 28, 2022 12:15 pm

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Thank you for these tips.

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