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Type 2 diabetes
Alternative Names: Noninsulin-dependent diabetes mellitus; Diabetes - type 2 Treatment: The first goals are to eliminate the symptoms and stabilize your blood glucose levels. The ongoing goals are to prevent long-term complications and prolong your life. The primary treatment for type 2 diabetes is exercise and diet. Text Continues Below LEARN THESE SKILLS You should learn basic diabetes management skills. They will help prevent complications and the need for medical care. These skills include: How to test and record your blood glucose (see blood glucose monitoring) What to eat and when How to take medications, if indicated How to recognize and treat low and high blood sugar How to handle sick days Where to buy diabetes supplies and how to store them It may take several months to learn the basic skills. Always continue to educate yourself about the disease and its complications, as well as how to control and live with diabetes. Over time, stay current on new research and treatment. Page:  1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | Next >>