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Can diabetic neuropathy manifest as a dulling of sensation in the feet in addition to pain?
Diabetic neuropathy can manifest not only as numbness, burning, and stabbing pain due to nerve damage but also as a dulling or loss of sensation. This loss of sensation is dangerous as it can prevent the patient from recognizing a wound.
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When planning a diet to help with blood sugar control, should diabetic patients consider the quality of food in addition to the quantity?
While controlling carbohydrate quantity is key to managing blood sugar, food quality is just as important—choosing whole grains, vegetables, and proteins over refined carbs supports better control.
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Is it better for diabetic patients to use longer needles for insulin injections?
Insulin works best when injected into subcutaneous fat. If the needle is too long, it may reach the muscle and cause unstable blood sugar. If too short, insulin may not be properly absorbed. Using the right needle length for the individual is important.
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Is diabetic retinopathy only a sign of progression when there is pain in the eyes?
In the early stages, diabetic retinopathy often has no symptoms of pain or vision loss. Retinal blood vessel damage can progress even without symptoms, so regular eye exams are very important for early detection.
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Can blood sugar management in diabetic patients be sufficiently evaluated by only the HbA1c level?
HbA1c phản ánh mức đường huyết trung bình trong 2–3 tháng, nhưng không cho thấy biến động hoặc xu hướng hàng ngày. Vì vậy, cần đánh giá thêm bằng nhật ký tự đo đường huyết hoặc dữ liệu từ CGM.
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Should diabetic patients measure their blood sugar immediately after swabbing with an alcohol wipe?
If blood sugar is measured before the alcohol has completely dried, the alcohol can mix with the blood and produce a lower reading than the actual blood sugar level. For an accurate measurement, you should wait until the alcohol has dried.
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Should diabetic patients measure their blood sugar immediately after swabbing with an alcohol wipe?
If blood sugar is measured before the alcohol has completely dried, the alcohol can mix with the blood and produce a lower reading than the actual blood sugar level. For an accurate measurement, you should wait until the alcohol has dried.
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Is Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic State (HHS) an emergency condition that primarily occurs in Type 1 diabetic patients?
Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic State (HHS) is an emergency that occurs when insulin is insufficient, but not completely absent, making it more common in Type 2 diabetic patients. Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), in contrast, is common in Type 1.
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Are diabetic patients at a higher risk of hypoglycemia if they eat their meals late?
If meal times are delayed, there is a higher risk of hypoglycemia because food intake is delayed relative to the action time of insulin injections or medication. It is important to maintain regular meal times.
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Can diabetic patients prevent dental diseases by just brushing their teeth well?
If blood sugar is not well controlled, diabetic patients are susceptible to oral diseases like periodontitis. Therefore, in addition to brushing, professional care such as regular dental check-ups and scaling is necessary.
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