Diabetes is a chronic disease attributed to the endocrine system, characterized by high blood glucose, mainly manifested by excessive drinking, overeating, polyuria, and wasting. If the condition is stable and controlled, it is usually not life-threatening. If blood glucose control is unstable, medication is not timely, diet is not controlled, and physical activity is low, leading to complications such as diabetic nephropathy and diabetic peripheral neuropathy, which may be life-threatening and shorten the life cycle.
In terms of blood glucose control, medication needs to be administered under the guidance of a professional physician, with treatment measures such as oral medication to lower glucose, subcutaneous insulin to lower glucose, and timely review of blood glucose and related indicators in order to adjust the treatment plan. The diet should be mainly low sugar and low fat diet, reduce the intake of starchy and sugary foods and fruits with high sugar content, and eat coarse grains appropriately. Moderate physical activity and weight control within the standard range is also recommended.
In case of complications, prompt medical attention is recommended to prevent progression of the disease, multi-organ and multi-system damage, or even life-threatening.