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These patients may require several injections of different types of insulin during the day to keep the blood sugar level within a fairly normal range.
3.1 - 6.9 are the normal reference ranges for a random blood sugar test
120-130
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Hormones often act or counteract to maintain relatively ideal conditions in the body. During stress (physical and mental) stress hormones are released. These stress hormones are antagonists to insulin; while insulin decreases blood sugar concentration, stress hormones are increasing it. That reaction is normal for fight or flight situations, and is counteracted/normalised by other hormones as the situation changes back to normal. In diabetics, however, the normalisation is less efficient, as they already have difficulties maintaining reference range blood glucose levels. Prolonged stress is not helpful for diabetics.
Depends how high the person's blood sugar is, and how fast-acting the insulin is. Insulin is sold in different types which range from rapid-acting (peak in 1 hour or less), to long-acting (peak effectiveness 8-10 hours after dose). Also, not all type-1 diabetics are entirely without the capacity to produce insulin, so it also depends on their own pancreatic islet cell capacity.
In general exercise is good for diabetics, but some precautions for hypoglycemia need to be taken. All diabetics being treated with glucose lowering medication should have something sweet just in case and most important is to give adequate time after exercising to check that glucose levels are in the right range. Muscle is one of the most important tissues in regard to glucose uptake which is why it is good for diabetics to exercise. Additionally on the longer term, exercise will change insulin requirements for type I diabetics.
The number 7 is a readout on an instrument (glucometer) used to measure glucose (blood sugar). The associated units are millimoles/liter. Diabetics get used to poking their fingers and collecting a small drop of blood to make this measurement to see if they need more insulin or other medication. A reading of 7 is near the top of the "good" range.
Diabetics are constantly faced with a wide range of products and supplies designed for their particular needs or wants. The problem is determining the supply items that are necessary and the items that are luxuries to feel more comfortable. Fortunately, learning about the basics of what is necessary is not a difficult task.Testing SuppliesTesting supplies are a necessity for every diabetic, regardless of the particular type. Both type 1 and 2 diabetes require testing supplies to help keep track of blood sugar levels. Testing supplies are variable based on the recommendations from doctors, insurance and the ability to obtain the proper items.Most diabetics will require a meter, testing strips and the needles used in the meter. Some meters do not require testing strips, so not all diabetics require test strips. The downside of meters that do not require test strips is the higher initial price for the machine.MedicationsMedications are variable depending on the individual, the type of diabetes and the severity of the problem. Those who are require insulin will obtain the medication in a liquid vial. Those who do not need insulin because the body has built up a resistance to naturally produced insulin will take a pill medication. The pills vary based on the individual and the severity of the disease.Needles and PumpsDiabetics who require insulin will need supplies to deliver the medication. In most situations, this means either an insulin pump or a syringe. The syringe is the classic form of providing the body with insulin and is still a popular option for diabetics who must take the insulin.An insulin pump is a delivery system that delivers insulin with a press of the button. This supply item is relatively expensive, but it is also convenient for those who are bad with the needles.Diabetes is a disease that requires a wide range of supplies. The most important supplies to manage the disease include the medication, testing options and the delivery supplies that make it possible to get the necessary insulin.
What is the normal range?
There are many different reasons for someone how has diabetes to have low blood sugar levels. They can range from taking too much insulin, not eating enough food, drinking too many alcholic beverages and pushing themselves too much during exercise activities.
The normal range is