Diabetes Polyclinic
Last Update Date: 12/25/2024 10:34:27 AM
Diabetes is a metabolic disorder in which there is a problem in the regulation of blood sugar (glucose) in the body. This disorder occurs when the pancreas cannot produce enough insulin or the insulin produced cannot be used effectively. Insulin is a hormone that transports blood sugar into the cells. In the case of diabetes, it becomes difficult for blood sugar to be transported into the cells, leading to high blood sugar levels.
Liv Hospital Diabetes Clinic
At Liv Hospital Diabetes Clinic, the foundation of diabetes treatment is proper nutrition and regular exercise. If these measures are not sufficient to maintain adequate blood sugar control, medication is added. The medications used in diabetes treatment fall into two categories: pills (oral antidiabetics) and insulin.
Most adults with diabetes can be successfully treated with oral antidiabetics for many years. However, for those with complete or near-complete insulin deficiency, those who do not respond to oral antidiabetic therapy, or those for whom these medications are unsuitable, insulin therapy is used. Patient education is essential for the correct application of these treatments, and as such, education is considered a fundamental part of the treatment.
At Liv Hospital, diabetes patients are diagnosed and treated by a team of experienced endocrinologists, internal medicine specialists, dietitians, and diabetes nurses. Long-term follow-up is conducted, and both patients and their relatives receive diabetes education. In addition, services are offered for early diagnosis and prevention of diabetes in individuals at risk of developing the disease. Technological treatment and monitoring systems such as insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitoring are also utilized.
Diabetes Monitoring Systems at Liv Hospital
Liv Hospital offers cutting-edge diabetes monitoring systems that make blood sugar tracking easier and more effective. For patients, especially those using insulin, maintaining optimal blood sugar levels is crucial. Traditionally, patients measure their blood sugar by pricking their fingers several times a day. However, with new systems that provide continuous glucose monitoring via sensors placed on the skin, blood sugar levels can be monitored 24/7. This technology allows treatment and diet plans to be adjusted according to individual needs and can be compared to using a Holter monitor for blood pressure tracking.
At Liv Hospital, various glucose monitoring systems are used depending on patients' needs. One system allows for continuous monitoring for 14 days without the need for finger-prick testing, while another provides 6 days of tracking and requires 2-3 manual measurements per day. These systems also offer remote access, enabling the patient's doctor or relatives to monitor blood sugar levels and provide alerts if blood sugar drops too low. These systems are ideal for insulin-dependent patients, pregnant women, those uncomfortable with frequent finger pricks, and patients who need remote monitoring, such as children or home care patients.
What is Diabetes and Who Has It?
Diabetes is a condition in which the level of glucose (sugar) in the blood is above normal. Glucose is the main fuel your body uses for energy. The pancreas produces a hormone called insulin. Insulin helps glucose to enter the cells. People who are obese or overweight and have a large waist circumference have an increased risk of diabetes, more pronounced after the age of 40. This increased risk is even higher if accompanied by one or more of the following
Those with diabetes in a first-degree close relative (mother, father, sibling), women who have given birth to a large baby or who have previously been diagnosed with gestational diabetes, people with high blood pressure, people with high blood fats, people with borderline high fasting glucose (100-125 mg/dl), women with hidden sugar, women with polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), People with arterial vascular disease, people born with low birth weight, people with low physical activity, people with a diet rich in saturated fats and low in fiber, people with schizophrenia, people taking atypical antipsychotic drugs, and patients who have undergone organ (especially kidney) transplantation are at risk for diabetes.
