Risk factors for diabetes
Dr. Ma Tung Phat (Department of Endocrinology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City - University of Medicine and Pharmacy Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City) said that risk factors that can increase the rate of diabetes include: people over 45 years old; family members with diabetes (father, mother, siblings); people with little exercise; diet rich in refined carbohydrates or fast-absorbing sugar.
BSCKI Ma Tung Phat examines an inpatient
In addition, people with comorbidities such as high blood pressure, lipid disorders, overweight - obesity, polycystic ovary syndrome, gestational diabetes, prediabetes, cardiovascular disease due to atherosclerosis... are also in the high-risk group.
According to Dr. Tran Quang Nam, Head of the Department of Endocrinology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City, the relationship between high blood pressure and diabetes is not just a simple causal link, but a complex interaction between risk factors. Research shows that when high blood pressure appears in the elderly, it is often accompanied by the development of diabetes. More dangerously, high blood pressure is also associated with other conditions such as hyperlipidemia, creating a chain of risks to cardiovascular health. To minimize the risk of cardiovascular events such as stroke and myocardial infarction, it is necessary to strictly control hyperlipidemia, hypertension and diabetes.
Notes to help patients comply with treatment and control blood sugar effectively
Dr. Tran Quang Nam consults on treatment for outpatients
Dr. Tran Quang Nam shared that patients coming to examine and treat diabetes at the University of Medicine and Pharmacy Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City should use the UMC Care application to manage their health more effectively. The "Medication reminder" feature in this application will help patients avoid forgetting to take medication and better comply with treatment. The application also integrates blood pressure and heart rate monitoring and stores a history of indicators, creating favorable conditions for patients and doctors to monitor their health and adjust treatment regimens when necessary.
In addition, UMC Care also provides a lot of useful medical information, videos on insulin injection, continuous blood sugar monitoring...
Dr. Hoang Khanh Chi (Department of Endocrinology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City) added: Insulin injection is a popular method of treating diabetes today. When injecting insulin at home, patients need to follow important principles to ensure safety and effectiveness. First, it is necessary to check and inject the correct dose of insulin prescribed by the doctor. Second, the time of insulin injection must be followed to avoid the risk of hypoglycemia. In particular, patients need to learn the correct insulin injection technique to avoid pain, swelling or infection at the injection site. The correct insulin injection technique will help insulin to be absorbed more quickly and effectively.
Diabetics can now use continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) to self-monitor and support blood sugar control at home. Patients can rely on the measured blood sugar results to accurately adjust their diet, exercise schedule, and medication management.
In response to World Diabetes Day, the Media Center cooperated with the Department of Endocrinology, University of Medicine and Pharmacy Hospital, Ho Chi Minh City, Becton Dickinson Vietnam Representative Office and Abbott Vietnam Company to conduct an online consultation program with the topic: " Understanding risk factors and ways to prevent diabetes " , follow at: https://bit.ly/yeutonguycovaphongtranhdaithaoduong
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