Q: Thanks for giving us this opportunity to ask questions!
My husband (age 57) has had Type II diabetes for about 3 years. He does everything right, monitoring all his levels, lotions his feet every day, exercises regularly, goes to the doctor every 6 months. We are improving our diet (although slowly). My question is: If he continues to maintain this schedule, what will life be like in 10 or 20 years with diabetes?
P
A: Dear P,
Your husband is doing everything right: keeping track of his blood sugar levels and his HgbA1c levels. The studies tell us that people who keep their levels in a normal range have fewer complications. For people who have Type 2 diabetes, the big three areas he needs to watch (with the help of his physician and you) are his glucose levels, blood pressure and cholesterol. Eating well and exercising will help with all three.
Remember, complications do not generally come from diabetes, they come from UNCONTROLLED diabetes.
Good luck to you both! Ginny
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