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As
we have covered before, there are several types of
diabetes. Please find out which type you
are.
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Type
1 can be controlled by daily doses of insulin,
proper diet, regular exercise and care of general
health.
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Type
2 can be controlled diet and exercise.
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If
ordered by the doctor take the medication given to
you.
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Request
quality medical care.
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If
you have monetary problems, make arrangements with
Social Security for Medicare.
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Make
adjustments to your life style, diet, exercise and
medication as needed.
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If
available on your area, attend diabetes classes.
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Get
as much information from your doctor on the
disease as possible.
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Find
and work with a nutritionist.
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Obtain
the support of your family.
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Obtain
support from your co-workers.
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Ensure
you are treated fairly at work and know your
rights.
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Attend
all your medical appointments.
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Test
your blood sugar level on regular basis.
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Have
a blood test performed by a laboratory every 3 to
4 months.
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Learn
what type of testing you need.
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Ask
your doctor how often you need to check your sugar
levels.
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Check
your blood pressure on a regular basis.
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Check
your cholesterol level on a regular basis.
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Have
your feet regularly examined.
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Have
your eyes regularly examined.
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Have
your kidneys tested on regular basis.
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Learn
the side effects of the medications you are given.
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Control
your weight
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With
the help of your doctor, avoid steroids.
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Get
a Medical Alert bracelet, medallion, or other with
your current information on it.
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Do
not walk barefoot
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Do
not wear shoes with open toes or open heel.
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Do
not wear tight shoes.
