On an ordinary morning, Aunt Li gets up as usual and prepares to start her daily routine. But today was different, and she felt something was wrong. Over the weeks, she noticed that she woke up frequently and often felt unusually hungry. She had thought it was just a normal part of aging, until this morning, when she tried to read the newspaper, she noticed that her vision seemed to be a little blurry, which never happened.
Aunt Li began to worry as she recalled other minor changes in recent weeks: her wounds had healed more slowly, her hands and feet tingled from time to time, and she had lost a slight amount of weight. The symptoms reminded her of an article she had read about diabetes, which mentioned that these could be early signs of diabetes. She realized that these "little problems" could be important signals from the body.
This morning became the beginning of Aunt Li's health awakening. She decided to go to the hospital for a full check-up, a decision that may have changed her life. Auntie Lee's story is not only her personal experience, but also a reminder that each of us should be alert to signals from our bodies, especially those that may indicate early signs of diabetes.
Diabetes: It's not just about blood sugar!
Diabetes, or "dycombus dysbicity," is a chronic health condition that affects hundreds of millions of people worldwide. Its core problem lies in the body's inability to efficiently process glucose in the blood, which is usually caused by impaired action of insulin or insulin resistance. Insulin is an important hormone produced by the pancreas and is responsible for helping our bodies utilize or store the sugar we take from food.
When discussing diabetes, two main types are usually mentioned: type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes. Type 1 diabetes usually develops at a young age and is characterized by the body's inability to produce enough insulin. Type 2 diabetes, on the other hand, is associated with lifestyle factors such as obesity, physical inactivity and unhealthy eating Xi, and is the most common type, especially in middle-aged and elderly people.
Diabetes is more than just a simple matter of "high blood sugar". Unmanaged diabetes can lead to a variety of complications, including heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, vision problems, and neurological disorders. Therefore, timely identification and management of diabetes is crucial.
Although diabetes is a long-term condition, many people can still live healthy lives with effective blood sugar management, a healthy lifestyle, and regular medical check-ups. In fact, for type 2 diabetes, lifestyle changes, such as weight management and dietary modifications, may even lead to a reversal of the disease.
Revealed: Your body is sending warning signs of abnormal glucose metabolism!
When focusing on the early symptoms of abnormal glucose metabolism (diabetes), we need to pay attention to some common but easily overlooked signals. These symptoms may indicate that your body is experiencing internal changes that require prompt attention and intervention.
1. Frequent urge to urinate and abnormal thirst
Have you noticed that you've been urinating more lately, especially at night? This may be because your body is trying to get rid of excess glucose in your urine. At the same time, this condition can cause the body to become dehydrated, which can make you feel abnormally thirsty.
2. Constant fatigue
When your body can't use glucose efficiently as an energy source, you may experience constant fatigue. This is not just ordinary tiredness, but a long-term fatigue that cannot be relieved by rest.
3. Blurred vision
Temporary blurred vision can be a sign of unstable blood sugar levels. High blood sugar can cause bodily fluids to enter the lens of your eye, affecting your vision.
4. Chronic wound healing difficulties
High blood sugar affects the body's ability to heal wounds, causing even small wounds to take longer to heal.
5. Weight loss for no apparent reason
If you don't significantly change your diet or exercise Xi, but you're losing weight, it may be because your body is starting to break down fat and muscle with a lack of energy.
6. Skin and oral problems
High blood sugar can lead to dry, itchy skin, and even frequent skin infections. Oral problems such as gum inflammation and infection can also be signs of abnormal glucose metabolism.
7. Increased hunger
When your body can't efficiently convert your blood sugar into energy, you may feel hunger more often.
Master the rules of self-help: how to monitor and prevent abnormal glucose metabolism
When faced with the common condition of glucose metabolism, commonly known as diabetes, it is crucial to understand how to self-monitor and take preventive measures. This section is designed to provide you with practical guidance to help you effectively monitor and prevent this condition in your daily life.
Self-monitoring: a critical step
Blood glucose level monitoring
Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is key. Daily monitoring can be done using a home blood glucose meter.
Know normal blood glucose levels (fasting and postprandial blood glucose) and record the results of each test so you can easily track changes.
Pay attention to your body's signals
Watch for any unusual symptoms in your body, such as frequent thirst, polyuria, weight loss, or feelings of fatigue.
If you find any of the above symptoms, seek medical attention promptly.
Health logs
Daily diet, exercise, medication use, and blood glucose test results are recorded.
This can help identify patterns and causes that cause blood sugar fluctuations.
Precautions: Adjustments in daily life
Eat a healthy diet
Adopt a low-sugar, high-fiber diet and reduce your intake of processed and high-sugar foods.
Increase your intake of vegetables, whole grains, and moderate amounts of high-quality protein (e.g., fish, lean meats).
Exercise regularly
Maintain at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise per week, such as brisk walking, swimming or cycling.
Exercise can help control weight and improve the body's sensitivity to insulin.
Healthy weight
Maintain or achieve a healthy weight. Even a slight weight loss (eg, 5% to 10% of body weight) can significantly reduce the risk of glucose metabolism.
Quit smoking and limit alcohol
Both smoking and excessive alcohol consumption increase the risk of abnormal glucose metabolism. Quitting smoking and drinking alcohol in moderation can help reduce this risk.
Regular medical check-ups
Get regular check-ups, especially blood sugar and cholesterol levels.
Adults over the age of 40 should be screened for glucose metabolism at least once a year.