Diabetic gastroparesis is a common chronic complication of diabetes. It is caused by long-term hyperglycemia that leads to abnormalities in nerves, gastrointestinal hormones, and other related functions. Treatment includes blood glucose control, improving gastrointestinal motility, and other measures. If symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, or early satiety occur, seek medical attention promptly and receive standardized […]
What Should Diabetics Avoid Eating?
People with diabetes should avoid foods high in sugar, fat, salt and starch, and should not drink alcohol. High-sugar foods:Diabetics should avoid high-sugar foods such as candy, chocolate, cake, ice cream, etc. These foods can cause a sharp rise in blood glucose, which is harmful to the health of diabetics. High-fat foods:Diabetics should limit fat […]
diet for diabetes
People with diabetes are very concerned about which foods are safe and healthy to eat. Below are some food recommendations by category: Since dietary habits vary from country to country, in addition to the foods recommended above, you can also develop your own diet plan and choose suitable foods under the guidance of doctors and […]
Breakfast Recommendations for Diabetics
A suitable breakfast for diabetics should follow the principles of low sugar, low fat, high fiber, and high protein to help control blood glucose levels. Below are some recommended breakfast options: Meanwhile, pay attention to portion control to avoid excessive calorie intake. It is recommended to develop a personalized diet plan under the guidance of […]
Symptoms, Staging and Diagnosis of Diabetic Retinopathy
Diabetic retinopathy is a common microvascular complication of diabetes. Typical symptoms include decreased vision, distorted vision, and irreversible blindness. Its pathological features are microaneurysms, hemorrhage, exudation and neovascularization. Long-term hyperglycemia is the main inducement, and patients with poor glycemic control are more susceptible. Other risk factors include hypertension, hyperlipidemia, long duration of diabetes, pregnancy, etc. […]
How Does Diabetes Affect the Eyes?
Not all patients with diabetes develop eye symptoms. Symptoms typically appear in those with a disease duration of more than 10 years, and may include varying degrees of vision loss, blurred vision, visual field defects, and even blindness. They may also be accompanied by eye pain, distorted vision, abnormal color perception, and cataracts.Diabetic patients with […]
Two Key Tests for Early Detection of Diabetic Kidney Disease
To detect diabetic kidney disease at an early stage, the key is to check these two indicators: Testing frequency: once or twice a year is recommended.Many patients have a “negative” result on routine urine protein testing, but their ACR is already elevated. Relying only on routine urinalysis can easily lead to missed diagnosis. Testing frequency: […]
How Long Can You Live With Diabetic Kidney Failure?
Diabetic kidney failure often leads to cardiovascular and cerebrovascular complications, resulting in a relatively poor prognosis. However, with effective blood glucose control and complication prevention, patients can generally survive for about 20 to 30 years.Diabetic kidney failure usually progresses to uremia in approximately 10 years. With renal replacement therapy such as hemodialysis, survival can be […]
Five Stages of Diabetic Kidney Disease: Which Stage Are You In?
Diabetic kidney disease is classified into 5 stages mainly according to the Mogensen classification. The characteristics of each stage are related to Urinary Albumin Excretion Rate (UAER), Glomerular Filtration Rate (GFR), and clinical manifestations. Early intervention can delay disease progression.Stage Ⅰ: Glomerular HyperfiltrationThis is the initial renal change in diabetes, consistent with high blood glucose […]
Six Symptoms of Diabetic Kidney Disease
There are six common symptoms of diabetic kidney disease worth noting: 1.ProteinuriaInearly-stage diabetic kidney disease, there is no clinical proteinuria, and only radioimmunoassay can detect microalbuminuria. The only manifestation of early clinical diabetic kidney disease is proteinuria, which gradually develops from intermittent to persistent.2.HypertensionThe prevalence of hypertension in type 1 diabetic patients without nephropathy is […]