Confusion, fear, anger, and denial are all feelings many people have when they are first diagnosed with diabetes. Testing blood sugar, medications, what to eat, exercise, and complications are all questions that are common when diagnosed.
One of the best resources is a Certified Diabetes Educator to help you learn the basics of diabetes treatment. CDEs are usually Registered Nurses, Registered Dietitians, or Pharmacists who specialize in diabetes. The doctor who diagnosed diabetes can usually refer to a CDE in the local area.
Also, diabetes education classes can help you with an overview of diabetes treatment as well. Again these classes are usually taught by nurses, dietitians and pharmacists and are commonly offered at local hospitals.
Learning as much as possible about diabetes care helps with treatment. Controlling blood sugar, taking medications as advised, following a healthy meal plan, and exercise are all important in treating diabetes.
To find a CDE in your area, ask your doctor or visit the American Association of Diabetes Educators to search for diabetes educators:
http://www.diabeteseducator.org/DiabetesEducation/Find.html
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