Diabetes does have a genetic tendency, but it is not a directly inherited disease. It is a metabolic disorder caused by the combined effects of genetic and environmental factors.Specifically:Type 1 diabetes has a relatively low heritability (about 3%–7%). Its genetic mechanism is closely related to the HLA gene (human leukocyte antigen), but it requires specific […]
Blood Glucose Monitoring and Management Methods for Diabetic Patients
For patients with high blood glucose, regular self-monitoring with a blood glucose meter is the foundation of daily management. The frequency and timing of monitoring should be determined according to the doctor’s instructions. A blood glucose meter is convenient for daily use, allowing patients to track their blood glucose fluctuations and detect abnormalities in a […]
How Diabetic Patients Monitor Blood Glucose with a Blood Glucose Meter
Diabetic patients often use blood glucose meters for daily blood glucose monitoring. The device measures blood glucose levels by collecting blood samples, such as from fingertips, and can reflect the current blood glucose level in real time.Although the operation varies slightly among different brands of blood glucose meters, the basic procedure is to insert the […]
Common Auxiliary Testing Instruments for Patients with High Blood Glucose
Blood Glucose MeterA blood glucose meter is a portable device used to measure capillary blood glucose from a fingertip. It is the most essential tool for daily self-management of diabetic patients. The meter determines blood glucose levels by detecting electrical signals generated from the reaction between enzymes on the test strip and glucose in the […]
Diagnosis of Diabetes Using Glycated Hemoglobin (HbA1c)
Glycated hemoglobin (HbA1c) is the product of the binding between hemoglobin and glucose in the blood. Hemoglobin is the protein inside red blood cells that transports oxygen. When glucose in the blood comes into contact with hemoglobin, they bind slowly and irreversibly to form HbA1c.HbA1c reflects the average blood glucose level over the past 2–3 […]
What blood glucose level is considered diabetes?
The diagnosis of diabetes is mainly based on the values of Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG), 2-hour Plasma Glucose in Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT), and Glycated Hemoglobin (HbA1c).Diabetes can be diagnosed if:Fasting blood glucose ≥ 7.0 mmol/L, OR2-hour OGTT blood glucose ≥ 11.1 mmol/L, ORHbA1c ≥ 6.5%,after excluding other interfering factors.Below are the normal values, […]
What Are the Early Symptoms of Diabetes?
Most early symptoms of diabetes are not typical and can even be subtle. They are easily mistaken for ordinary fatigue or minor physical problems, and thus often overlooked. This is why many people with diabetes are unaware that they have the condition. However, with careful observation, you can recognize the warning signs from your body […]
Fruits Diabetics Should Avoid or Limit
Diabetics should try to avoid or strictly limit the following fruits due to their high sugar content or high glycemic index.Watermelon: Has a high glycemic index. Although it contains plenty of water, its sugar is concentrated and can easily cause a sharp rise in blood sugar.Lychees and longans: Extremely high in sugar, and easy to […]
What Fruits Can Diabetics Eat?
Diabetics are often confused about which fruits to eat, since most fruits contain sugar. However, this does not mean they cannot eat fruit at all. Diabetics should choose fruits with relatively low sugar content. The recommended fruits are as follows:BerriesStrawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries, etc. are rich in antioxidants and dietary fiber, with a glycemic index […]
Hypertension is the most common companion complication of diabetes
When diabetic patients develop the combination of “diabetes plus hypertension”, it increases the burden on patients in three aspects: physical burden, difficulty of treatment, and financial cost of treatment. At the same time, the patient’s health risk increases significantly. It may accelerate the damage to target organs such as the kidneys and fundus.Doctors remind that […]