Diabetes Care

Overview

What we help with

Diabetes care covers more than sugar readings. We can help with:

• Diabetes Mellitus Type 1

  Ongoing management of insulin therapy, sugar monitoring and avoiding very high or very low sugars.

• Diabetes Mellitus Type 2

  Diagnosis, lifestyle guidance, oral medicines and insulin when needed, with regular reviews.

• Prediabetes

  Identifying raised sugar levels early and making changes that may delay or prevent diabetes.

• Diabetes with high blood pressure

  Managing both conditions together, as each increases the risk from the other.

• Medication & insulin review

  Checking that your medicines are working, are taken correctly and suit your routine.

• Screening for complications

  Periodic checks of kidney function, cholesterol and other markers, with referrals for eye and foot care.

Signs to get checked

Consider a blood sugar test or consultation if you have:

• Increased thirst or frequent urination
• Unexplained tiredness or weight loss
• Blurred vision
• Slow-healing wounds or frequent infections
• Tingling or numbness in hands or feet
• A family history of diabetes
• High blood pressure or high cholesterol
• Diabetes during a previous pregnancy

What to expect

1. First assessment

   A detailed discussion of your symptoms, history, diet, activity and current medicines.

2. Baseline tests

   Tests such as fasting and post-meal sugar, HbA1c, kidney function and cholesterol, as advised.

3. Your care plan

   Clear targets, a medicine plan, and practical guidance on diet, exercise and home monitoring.

4. Regular reviews

   Follow-up visits to track progress, review reports and adjust treatment over time.

Tests & support

Your diabetes care may include:

• Fasting & post-meal blood sugar
• HbA1c (3-month sugar average)
• Kidney function tests
• Lipid (cholesterol) profile
• Urine tests
• BP monitoring
• E.C.G. & cardiac risk assessment
• Diet & lifestyle counselling
• Insulin guidance
• Home glucose monitoring guidance
• In-house pharmacy