Hanoi man with diabetes complications admits mistake many Vietnamese make

GĐXH - After one month of using medication to treat diabetes, the patient stopped taking the medication, did not return for a check-up and was treated by a local herbalist.

Recently, the Central Endocrinology Hospital announced that it had admitted a male patient, NVĐ (62 years old, in Thach That, Hanoi), in a state of acute kidney failure, atrial fibrillation arrhythmia, uncontrolled high blood sugar , and severe skin infection.

After taking medical history, it was found that: The patient was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure by the district hospital and was prescribed daily medication.

However, after a month of using the medicine, the patient stopped taking the medicine, did not return for a check-up and did not follow the treatment method of the local herbalist. In particular, this method was completely unscientific when it instructed the patient to fast completely, only drink rock sugar water mixed with lemon and ginger for 10 consecutive days and then switch to eating starch without eating fiber, protein, or fat.

Doctor talking with patient. Photo: BVCC

Doctor Nguyen Kim Anh - Emergency Department said: Intermittent fasting and unbalanced diet cannot support diabetes treatment but also cause severe complications for NVĐ patients, endangering their lives if not detected early and treated promptly.

At the Emergency Department of the Central Endocrinology Hospital, patient D. received intensive treatment, including heart rate control, blood sugar adjustment, kidney function recovery and infection treatment. After a period of treatment, the patient is now stable, blood sugar, heart rate and infection are all under control, and kidney function has fully recovered. After this time, the patient has a clear understanding of his condition and has absolute confidence in the hospital's treatment methods.

Diabetics must know this

- Do not stop taking medication on your own : Diabetes medications are prescribed by your doctor based on your specific medical condition. Stopping medication abruptly can lead to hyperglycemia, ketoacidosis, organ failure, or other acute complications.

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- Regular blood sugar checks : Regular blood sugar monitoring helps to adjust treatment regimens promptly and avoid long-term complications such as kidney, eye, and nerve damage.

- Be wary of unorthodox treatments such as intermittent fasting or using unproven dietary supplements that can be dangerous. Before changing your diet or treatment, you should consult a specialist.

- It is important to realize that diabetes is a chronic disease and there is currently no non-drug cure.

- Eat balanced and on time : Eat lots of green vegetables, foods rich in fiber, limit simple sugars, saturated fats and fast food. Divide meals into small portions to avoid sudden increases in blood sugar.

- Limit uncontrolled fasting : Improper fasting can cause hypoglycemia or malnutrition, making the disease more serious.

- Physical exercise : Maintain light exercise such as walking, swimming or yoga for about 30 minutes a day to increase the effectiveness of blood sugar control.

- Regular check-ups are needed for a comprehensive assessment and treatment adjustments if necessary.

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