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Alternative Names: Diabetes mellitus Treatment: There is no cure for diabetes. The immediate goals are to stabilize your blood sugar and eliminate the symptoms of high blood sugar. The long-term goals of treatment are to prolong life, relieve symptoms, and prevent long-term complications such as heart disease and kidney failure. Text Continues Below LEARN THESE SKILLS Basic diabetes management skills will help prevent the need for emergency care. These skills include: How to recognize and treat low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) and high blood sugar (hyperglycemia) What to eat and when How to take insulin or oral medication How to test and record blood glucose How to test urine for ketones (type 1 diabetes only) How to adjust insulin and/or food intake when changing exercise and eating habits How to handle sick days Where to buy diabetes supplies and how to store them After you learn the basics of diabetes care, learn how the disease can cause long-term health problems and the best ways to prevent these problems. People with diabetes need to review and update their knowledge, because new research and improved ways to treat diabetes are constantly being developed. Page:  1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | Next >>