We have in the past 6 days have covered almost every aspect of diabetes. Armed with knowledge of the disease we are better equipped to handle the disease. Today in the final step let us have a look at the Care Giving part of Diabetes. How to care for someone who has DM(Diabetes Mellitus).
We have seen that regardless of the type of DM(Diabetes Mellitus), Diet and Exercise are valuable. This goes right from very young patients to older ones. Living with diabetes is tough for the patient and can be equally challenging for the family but having said that dealing with it together is better for everyone.
Create a plan:
Having spoken to the doctor you know what’s to be done so you need to put things in place now. Create diet charts and activity schedule, also share responsibilities with others around you. Like if the patient has been prescribed Insulin, there would be discipline needed in terms of time and what to eat.
Do it together:
The way DM (Diabetes Mellitus) changes life for everyone can be beneficial. Eating low carbohydrates, low fat diet is good for the whole family, so is exercising. Remember people who do not have DM (Diabetes Mellitus) now can develop later owing to poor food and exercising habits. So get on with this together.
Take it Easy:
DM (Diabetes Mellitus) is not a life threatening disease nor is it contagious so relax. If glucose levels in blood are kept right through wise planning complications related to DM (Diabetes Mellitus) can be delayed by a big stretch. Staying happy will keep you motivated
Handling young patients:
This is where the challenge is the highest. Young patients have their distractions and high activity levels. Especially if your child is Insulin dependent managing insulin shots based on activity levels is an uphill task. If the child is very young make the diet and activity balance a part of lifestyle. As they grow explain the situation without sounding tragic. A lot of children often take their condition as a disability and peer pressure can be depressing for the child. Speak with close friends of the child and seek their support, this can be very helpful. Keep telling the child that a good control on DM (Diabetes Mellitus) will give him a life like anyone else. Remember your efforts will fail many times and that’s OK.
Caring for the care giver:
Its natural to feel tired playing your role. Give yourself small breaks and share responsibility with others in the family. Grow your ability of render care gradually so that you can cope well. Set your targets right and don’t be scared of not achieving them sometimes. Taking small steps and keeping it light will help everyone.
We have seen that regardless of the type of DM(Diabetes Mellitus), Diet and Exercise are valuable. This goes right from very young patients to older ones. Living with diabetes is tough for the patient and can be equally challenging for the family but having said that dealing with it together is better for everyone.
Create a plan:
Having spoken to the doctor you know what’s to be done so you need to put things in place now. Create diet charts and activity schedule, also share responsibilities with others around you. Like if the patient has been prescribed Insulin, there would be discipline needed in terms of time and what to eat.
Do it together:
The way DM (Diabetes Mellitus) changes life for everyone can be beneficial. Eating low carbohydrates, low fat diet is good for the whole family, so is exercising. Remember people who do not have DM (Diabetes Mellitus) now can develop later owing to poor food and exercising habits. So get on with this together.
Take it Easy:
DM (Diabetes Mellitus) is not a life threatening disease nor is it contagious so relax. If glucose levels in blood are kept right through wise planning complications related to DM (Diabetes Mellitus) can be delayed by a big stretch. Staying happy will keep you motivated
Handling young patients:
This is where the challenge is the highest. Young patients have their distractions and high activity levels. Especially if your child is Insulin dependent managing insulin shots based on activity levels is an uphill task. If the child is very young make the diet and activity balance a part of lifestyle. As they grow explain the situation without sounding tragic. A lot of children often take their condition as a disability and peer pressure can be depressing for the child. Speak with close friends of the child and seek their support, this can be very helpful. Keep telling the child that a good control on DM (Diabetes Mellitus) will give him a life like anyone else. Remember your efforts will fail many times and that’s OK.
Caring for the care giver:
Its natural to feel tired playing your role. Give yourself small breaks and share responsibility with others in the family. Grow your ability of render care gradually so that you can cope well. Set your targets right and don’t be scared of not achieving them sometimes. Taking small steps and keeping it light will help everyone.
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