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When a diabetic patient has a minor illness such as a cold or flu what should they do?
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∙ 14y ago
Minor infections can be much more serious for those with Diabetes and harder to treat. If the diabetes is uncomplicated and blood sugars are usually well controlled, minor infections can throw the blood sugar control out of balance. So blood glucose monitoring would be important so you can report to your medical professional if the glucose levels rise to beyond normal ranges. If your blood sugars are usually not well controlled, then it would be good to notify your physician at the first signs of infection. Keep fluid balances and calories appropriate, if nausea and vomiting or diarrhea causes dehydration, there are also serious consequences for diabetics, especially if the kidney function is impacted by the diabetes. Keep alert to all signs and symptoms and be sure to report fever, persistent coughing, and other signs of a potential secondary infection.
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