How to Manage Your Diabetes When You're Sick?

How to manage diabetes, what to do when you have diabetes?

Managing your diabetes is important when you are sick as it can have a significant impact on your blood sugar levels and overall health. Proper management of diabetes management during illness can help to speed up your recovery. By staying hydrated and following the advice from our video, you will be able to give your body its best chance to heal.

Watch this video to find out how you can manage your diabetes and medications when you are sick.

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00:00 Introduction
01:29 Tip 1: Check your Blood Glucose level more frequently when you're ill
01:39 Recommended Blood Glucose levels
01:59 What happens if Blood Glucose levels continue to rise?
02:35 Tip 2: Drink plenty of water
02:51 How many glasses of water to drink per day?
03:05 Check your Blood Glucose levels before your meal
03:13 Tip 3: Have regular meals at consistent timings
03:24 Foods that are easier to eat
03:46 Tip 4: Continue to take your diabetes medications regularly
03:54 What can certain types of medications do to your body?
04:20 Work with your doctor for a sick day management plain
05:19 Checklist to manage your diabetes when you are sick
05:57 See a doctor if you are experiencing these symptoms
06:39 Outro


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