Diabetes is a common disease. In fact, over 9% of people in the United States have diabetes, according to the American Diabetes Association. If you are one of them, a diabetes doctor can help. Dr. Juan Carlos Zubieta at North Houston Diabetes Institute in Humble, TX, offers comprehensive diabetes care, including treatment and management of diabetes.
What You Need To Know About Diabetes and Diabetes Treatment
There are two types of diabetes, and treatment will vary depending on which type of diabetes you have. If you have type 1 diabetes, it means your pancreas is not producing enough insulin to keep blood sugar levels stable. For type 1 diabetes, treatment options include:
- Insulin delivered by injection
- Insulin delivered by a medication pump
If you have type 2 diabetes, it means your diabetes has developed over time, due to your age, weight, diet, and lack of exercise. For type 2 diabetes, treatment options include:
- Metformin, to lower blood glucose produced by the liver
- DPP-4 inhibitors such as Januvia or Tradjenta, to prevent the breakdown of hormones which reduces blood glucose levels
- GLP-1 receptor agonists such as Ozempic and Trulicity, to lower blood glucose and lower body weight
- SGLT2 inhibitors such as Invokana and Jardiance, to promote excretion of excess glucose in the urine
- Sulfonylureas such as Glucotrol and Micronase, to promote release of more insulin
Two foundational elements of diabetes treatment are dietary and exercise modifications. Your diabetes doctor may recommend:
- Eating a diet low in fat, salt, and sugar
- Moderate exercise for at least 30 minutes on most days of the week
Want to Know More About Diabetes and Diabetes Treatment?
Diabetes is a serious disease that affects major body systems. You can benefit from the expertise of a specialist, your diabetes doctor. To discover more about diabetes and treatment options, call Dr. Juan Carlos Zubieta at North Houston Diabetes Institute in Houston and Humble, TX. You can reach him in the office by calling (832) 644-9595, so call today.