Type 2 Treatment

A long-term commitment to good nutrition, careful monitoring of carbohydrate intake, and regular physical activity is critical to successful type 2 diabetes treatment. Medications for type 2 diabetes are prescribed when diet and exercise alone aren't enough to keep blood sugars in a safe range. Some people with type 2 diabetes may eventually require regular insulin injections to keep their blood glucose levels in control.

The information provided by regular blood sugar testing helps your healthcare team assess how effective a type 2 diabetes treatment plan is and provides data for making necessary adjustments.

Diet & Exercise Dietary changes and regular exercise are the first line of defense in controlling blood sugar levels. Find out why.	Diabetes Medications Medications can help control type 2 diabetes and are a powerful tool in effective diabetes management.
Insulin Insulin is a hormone used for the treatment of type 1 and type 2 diabetes.	GLP-1 Agonists GLP-1 agonists, administered via injectable devices, work in conjunction with other drugs to help people with type 2 maintain control.
Symlin Symlin is an injectable medication used along with mealtime insulin doses to control blood sugar levels in adults. Find out more.	Drugs That Affect Blood Glucose Levels Diabetes drugs aren't the only medications that affect blood sugar. Read our list of drugs that may cause blood sugar highs and lows.

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Dream Diabetes Devices

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by Brenda Bell

Because today's going to be a bit busy to be doing actual art (and because I just saw STAR TREK: Into Darkness yesterday), I'm going to take the Diabetes Blog Week wildcard: "Tell us what your fantasy diabetes device would be? Think of your dream blood glucose checker, delivery system for insulin or other meds, magic carb counter, etc etc etc. The sky is the limit — what...

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