Severe Lows Occur Often in People With Type 2

This study suggests that we should pay much closer attention to hypoglycemia, even in poorly controlled patients. Providers should explain the symptoms of hypoglycemia, how to treat it, and how to avoid it — for example, by not skipping meals. Most of all, providers should ask all their diabetic patients whether they've experienced hypoglycemia, even those patients with very high average levels of blood sugar." The researchers also recommended that evaluations of the quality of diabetes care take into account side effects such as hypoglycemia that are associated with treatment. "While aggressive treatment of high blood sugar was once considered a hallmark of better care, recent clinical trials have raised concerns about the risks of tight control, particularly in the frail and elderly," Karter stated. For more information, read the article "Severe Low Blood Sugar Occurs Often in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes" or see the study's abstract in the journal Diabetes Care. And to learn more cutting down on low blood glucose, read the article "Take a Bite Out of Hypoglycemia," by certified diabetes educator Gary Scheiner. ------------------------ Copyright (C) 2013 R.A. Rapaport Publishing, Inc. All Rights Reserved. See http://www.DiabetesSelfManagement.com/Terms/ for terms and conditions of reuse.
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