What is diabetes?
Diabetes mellitus refers to a group of diseases that affect how your body uses blood sugar (glucose). A disease in which the body’s ability to produce or respond to the hormone insulin is impaired. The result, abnormal metabolism of carbohydrates and an elevated level of glucose in the blood. Over time, high blood glucose levels and other metabolic derangements lead to changes in the structure of the body vessels, causing damage to various organs such as the eyes, heart and kidneys. Nerve damage (neuropathy) also occurs. If you have diabetes, no matter what type, it means you have too much glucose in your blood, although the causes may differ. Too much glucose can lead to serious health problems. Chronic diabetes conditions include type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes. Potentially reversible diabetes conditions include prediabetes when your blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but not high enough to be classified as diabetes and gestational diabetes, which occurs during pregnancy but may resolve after the baby is delivered.
Our Commitment
Our team is committed to helping prevent the spread of diabetes and to assist those affected by diabetes, manage the condition, to live a good quality life.
The Asiri Diabetes Centre is a fully fledged diabetes care facility, equipped with modern technology and a team of well-trained, experienced staff.
Diagnostics
Diabetes foot care clinic (Podiatry clinic)
Eye clinic for screening of retinopathy and vision impairment by ophthalmologist
Nutrition advice by a Dietician
Education on living healthy with diabetes
Consultations
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Wash feet daily with lukewarm water and soap. (Do not use hot water) |
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Dry your feet well especially between the toes. |
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Apply moisturizing lotion to prevent cracking and dryness of skin. (Do not apply between the toes.) |
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Inspect your feet daily, with a mirror if necessary, for any cuts, blisters, swelling and discoloration. If any of these are present consult a doctor. |
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Trim your nails straight across and file edges. |
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Change socks daily, avoid dirty and tight socks. |
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Wear comfortable, well-fitting and covered shoes. Examine your daily for cracks, stones or nails which may irritate feet. |
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Do not walk bare foot. Protect feet from fire, ice and sharp object especially on hot surfaces. |
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Don't cross your legs for long periods of time as this restricts blood flow. |
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Have assessment of feet done regularly to detect early peripherals neuropathy and peripheral vascular disease. |
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What can I eat?
Having diabetes doesn't stop you from enjoying your usual food, but it's important to make healthier choices more often. So have a healthy, mixed, balanced diet containing carbohydrates, protein, fat, vitamins, minerals and fiber
Are some kinds of carbohydrate better for me than others?
Yes, you can eat carbohydrates. In a balanced meal the main proportion is carbohydrate. The types of carbohydrate you eat are as important as the amount you eat.
Any concerns about Proteins?
To fulfil your protein requirement, take fish (small fish is preferable), lentils like green gram, gram, cowpea, skinless chicken and eggs
Should I Limit fats and oil?
What about fruits and vegetables?
Is it good to skip meals?
At what times should I take my meals?
What snacks would you recommend?
Healthy snack choices could include, a piece of fruit, low fat yogurt, vegetable soup, a handful of nuts or lentils, etc.
Is there anything I should avoid or limit?
How often should I exercise?
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Certain eye conditions or diseases are more prevalent amongst diabetic patients, while some are specific to diabetics.
Diabetic Retinopathy
This condition occurs when tiny blood vessels supplying the retina are damaged, due to persistently high blood sugar and blood pressure levels. It is the most common cause of vision loss among people with diabetes.
Glaucoma
Increase in the pressure of fluid within the eye that leads to optic nerve damage which results in loss of vision.
Cataract
Cataract affects the lens of the eyes which focus light on the retina.
A Cataract is the clouding of the normally transparent lens of the eye, which results in blurred vision.
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