Insulin is a powerful hypoglycemic drug that has an irreplaceable role in diabetes**.
If you find that the effect of insulin is not as good as before, or the dose of insulin is getting more and more, or you have low blood sugar every week, it may be that the insulin is not working!
Especially in winter, you have to keep in mind the "3 do's and 3 don'ts" when taking insulin....
1. When taking insulin, you must keep in mind "3 wants and 3 don'ts".
3. To master the correct injection skills:
Learn proper injection techniques under the guidance of a doctor or professional, making sure to use the right syringes and needles.
Pay attention to the selection of injection sites, common injection sites include abdomen, thighs, buttocks, etc. Alternating between different sites and avoiding over-injection into the same site can help reduce changes in local subcutaneous fat.
Make sure to turn the insulin bottle inside out before injection to avoid air bubbles and suspensions.
To adjust the dose as recommended by your doctor:
Use insulin strictly according to your doctor's prescription and recommendations, and do not change the dosage without permission.
Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly and adjust your insulin dose as recommended by your doctor to make sure your blood sugar is within your target range.
If there is a change in lifestyle, diet, or physical condition, report it to your doctor promptly to adjust your insulin** regimen.
Regularly check the injection site and the condition of the injection:
Check the injection site regularly to make sure there are no redness, swelling, lumps, or other abnormalities.
Pay attention to keep the injection site clean to prevent infection. Make sure the alcohol is completely dry before wiping the injection site with an alcohol cotton ball.
3 Don't: Do not reuse needles:
Needles should be discarded after each use and should not be reused. Repeated use of needles can easily lead to pain, infection, and discomfort.
Pay attention to the angle and depth of the injection to ensure that the insulin enters the subcutaneous tissue and not the muscle.
Don't skip or miss the injection:
Patients should take insulin on time and in the right amount as recommended by their doctor. Don't stop taking the medicine because you're getting better or for other reasons, and don't miss the scheduled time for the injection.
If you do miss a dose or miss it, you should report it to your doctor immediately to avoid excessive fluctuations in blood sugar.
Don't change insulin varieties at will:
There are different types of insulin, and different types of insulin have different times and peaks of action. Do not change the breed at will, and adjust it under the guidance of a doctor.
When changing insulin varieties, it is necessary to relearn the correct injection technique and adjust the dose.
2. What can't you eat with insulin.
High-sugar foods: Candy and confectionery products: Excessive sugar intake can lead to a rise in blood sugar, which is contrary to the goal of insulin**.
Honey and syrup: Contains a lot of simple sugars, which can easily cause blood sugar fluctuations.
High-carb foods:
Refined carbohydrates such as white rice, white bread: These foods are quickly converted to glucose, causing a sharp rise in blood sugar.
Pastries and desserts: Most pastries contain a lot of sugar and refined carbohydrates and should be avoided.
High-fat foods:
Fried foods: Contain a lot of unhealthy fats, which can lead to weight gain and insulin resistance.
Processed meat products: Foods high in fat and salt, such as sausages and bacon, should be limited.
High-salt foods: Processed foods: High-salt foods may affect blood pressure control and increase cardiovascular risk.
Salty snacks: Be careful to avoid excessive intake of salty snacks, such as potato chips, nuts, etc.
3. Insulin
Hypoglycemia (symptoms of hypoglycemia).
Symptoms: Dizziness, sweating, palpitation, tremors, nausea, etc.
Causes: Overdose of insulin, missed or delayed eating, excessive exercise, etc.
Coping: Avoid fasting injections, eat regularly, and adjust your insulin dose according to your doctor's recommendations.
Anaphylaxis. Symptoms: rash, itching, hives, shortness of breath, etc.
Cause: Allergy to insulin or other ingredients in the drug.
Coping: If you have an allergic reaction, report it to your doctor immediately and you may need to change the type of insulin.
Dropsy. Symptoms: Edema of the limbs, hands, feet, or face.
Causes: Insulin causes sugar stored in the body to enter the cells, and at the same time causes water to enter the cells, which can lead to edema of the tissues.
Response: If there is significant edema, it should be reported to the doctor in time.
Weight gain. Causes: Insulin promotes the use of energy in the body, and some patients may experience weight gain after using insulin.
Coping: Control your weight with a sensible diet and exercise, and adjust your insulin dose according to your doctor's recommendations.
Other. Muscle or joint pain: Some patients may experience mild muscle or joint pain.
Eye problems: Long-term high blood sugar and insulin** may increase the risk of eye problems, such as cataracts.