5. Diabetes Mellitus A Serious Disease Leading cause of new cases of blindness 25 times more prone to eye problems 6 times higher risk for Paralysis (stroke) 5 times more prone to Kidney failure 20 times more prone to lower limb amputation Nerve damage causes loss of sensation 2-3 times higher risk for heart attack
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7. Differences between Type 1 & Type 2 Low risk to develop Ketoacidosis High risk to develop Ketoacidosis Insulin may be required for achieving good diabetes control Dependant on insulin for life Illness develops slowly Illness develops rapidly Often over weight and have an apple shape Patient are young, lean, and thin Develops later in life after >30 years Develops at an early age <30 years Type 2 Type 1
8. Insulin Monitoring Diet Education Exercise Treatment of Type 1 Diabetes
9. Insulin Monitoring Diet Education Exercise Treatment of Type 2 Diabetes Oral Agents
10. How You Manage Your Diabetes Follow a Healthy Meal Plan Take your Medication Regular Exercise Test blood sugar Regularly
17. Setting your blood Sugar targets Optimal blood sugar levels are : > 180 145-180 80-144 Post Prandial mg/dl > 140 111-140 80-110 Fasting mg/dl Poor Borderline Good Blood Sugar
18. Setting your blood Sugar targets Keeping your blood sugar in this range help you to prevent the long term complications of the Diabetes i.e. eye, kidney and nerve damage. Use Insulin, if advised.
39. Dietary Recommendations Diabetes Food Pyramid Cereals & Pulses 8-12 Units 10-14 units (veg) Fruits 2-3 Units Vegetables 3-4 Units Milk & Milk Products 2-3 Units Meat & Fish 1-2 Units Fats, Oils & Nuts 2-3 Units
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45. Good Management of Diabetes Requires Balancing Food intake, Exercise and Medication