If you have been high blood sugar (hyperglycemia), it may be because of an infection or other illness, eating too many sweets or starches, or not taking enough insulin. This sheet can help you care for yourself at home.
If you are at risk for vision loss, you may be told to check your eyesight regularly using the Amsler grid. Here is the grid and instructions for using it.
The job of controlling your blood sugar is mostly up to you. But your diabetes healthcare team is there to help. These experts will teach you how to manage diabetes and the health risks it brings. With practice, controlling your blood sugar will become a habit.
Taking care of yourself means creating a routine for things like meals, exercising, and taking medicine. But sometimes this routine is disrupted when you travel. Your healthcare team can help you work out a travel plan. Read on for some helpful tips to get you started.
