Diabetes Management

Services Offered:

1. Blood Sugar Monitoring:

• Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels through self-monitoring or continuous
  glucose monitoring (CGM) systems.
• Assessment of blood sugar readings and adjustment of treatment plans as needed
  to achieve target blood sugar levels.

2. Diabetes Education and Counseling:

• Comprehensive education about diabetes, including its causes, symptoms,
  complications, and management strategies.
• Counseling on blood sugar monitoring, medication adherence, dietary
  management, exercise, and lifestyle modifications to empower patients to take
  control of their diabetes.

3. Medication Management:

• Prescription of oral medications, insulin therapy, or other injectable medications
  to lower blood sugar levels and manage diabetes.
• Tailored treatment plans based on individual patient characteristics, diabetes type,
  comorbidities, and treatment goals.

4. Dietary Guidance:

• Individualized dietary counseling to promote balanced eating habits, control
  carbohydrate intake, and optimize blood sugar control.
• Recommendations for healthy meal planning, portion control, carbohydrate
  counting, and glycemic index awareness.

5. Weight Management:

• Support and guidance for weight management strategies to achieve and maintain a
  healthy body weight.
• Assistance in setting realistic weight loss goals and implementing lifestyle
  changes to improve blood sugar control and overall health.

6. Exercise Prescription:

• Prescription of personalized exercise regimens tailored to individual fitness levels,
  preferences, and health goals.
• Recommendations for aerobic exercise, strength training, and flexibility exercises
  to improve insulin sensitivity and blood sugar control.

7. Diabetes Complications Screening:

• Regular screening for diabetes-related complications, including eye exams, foot
  exams, kidney function tests, and cardiovascular risk assessment.
• Early detection and management of complications to prevent progression and
  improve long-term outcomes.

8. Diabetes Technology Support:

• Training and support for the use of diabetes management technologies, such as
  insulin pumps, continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), and glucose meters.
• Assistance with data interpretation, troubleshooting, and optimizing device
  settings for improved diabetes management.

9. Psychosocial Support:

• Counseling and support for emotional and psychological aspects of living with
  diabetes, including stress management, coping strategies, and adjustment to
  diagnosis.
• Referral to support groups, mental health professionals, or diabetes-specific
  counseling services as needed.

10. Follow-up and Monitoring:

• Regular follow-up appointments to monitor blood sugar levels, assess treatment
  effectiveness, and adjust treatment plans as needed.
• Ongoing support and encouragement to promote adherence to lifestyle
  modifications and medication regimens.

Diabetes Management Services at Vrudhya in Zymus Hospital are provided by a multidisciplinary team of healthcare professionals committed to promoting blood sugar control, preventing complications, and improving the quality of life for individuals living with diabetes.