Elderly people are at a higher risk of developing diabetes than other ages. Especially the elderly who are over 60 years of age due to various deteriorations. of body systems causing various diseases including diabetes If there is no good control It can cause life-threatening complications.
Elderly people with diabetes What is the cause?
Diabetes is a disease that is common among the elderly. This is because there is degeneration of the pancreas that produces the hormone insulin. which is used to control blood sugar levels including increasing age May cause insulin resistance. or make the insulin hormone less effective The importance of treating diabetes is that if blood sugar levels cannot be controlled, it may cause various chronic complications such as numbness in the toes. The eyes cannot see clearly. chronic kidney disease Coronary heart disease Stroke Distal artery disease This may be the cause of foot ulcers. As a result, some diabetic patients will lose organs.
What’s scarier than diabetes in the elderly? are various complications That can happen if not controlled well. and can affect life in the future
diabetes symptoms
Elderly people or people in general who are sick with diabetes They usually show the following symptoms.
Drinking water frequently, being extremely thirsty, urinating frequently large amounts of urine, frequent hunger Eating more than before, losing weight for no apparent reason, fatigue, blurred vision, numbness of the hands and feet, wounds healing slowly.
If you have any of the above symptoms, you should get screened for diabetes. to receive treatment at the same time with early behavior change This will help reduce the risk of long-term complications such as chronic kidney disease, heart disease and blood vessels. that may follow
Elderly people with diabetes Can it be prevented?
Elderly people and diabetes can be difficult to prevent. Because it comes from the deterioration of the body with age, however, you should take care of yourself to stay away from diabetes and its complications. In the following way
Reduce sweet-fat and salty foods, increase the proportion of eating vegetables, fruits and various grains, do not smoke. Stop drinking alcohol, get enough sleep 7-8 hours a day, exercise regularly for at least 30 minutes 3-5 times a week, have an annual health check. When you are 35 years of age and older, you should be screened for diabetes every year. You should reduce your intake of spicy, sweet, oily, and salty foods and eat more fruits and vegetables. To prevent diabetes in the future
Elderly people with diabetes How to control it?
Diabetes is a chronic disease. Once it is, it cannot be completely cured. But if you can control your blood sugar to be within normal limits. will be able to live life like a normal person Using the following principles of practice:
1. Control your diet
Lipid levels and blood pressure should be controlled. Avoid starchy and fatty foods, reduce sugar, desserts, and eat foods that contain dietary fiber or fiber such as vegetables, fruits, and various grains. The amount of sodium in food should also be controlled. Because it will cause kidney problems. You should choose food groups that have the least amount of seasoning. or do not eat food that is very salty To preserve kidney function so that it is not too heavy.
2. Control blood sugar levels
By strictly following the doctor’s orders, such as exercising, taking medicine or injecting insulin regularly. and see the doctor according to appointment Do not stop the medicine or increase it yourself.
Blood sugar levels should be measured regularly to prevent them from exceeding the standard.
3. Control fat levels and blood pressure
Controlling lipid levels, especially LDL-C, below 100 mg/dL and blood pressure not exceeding 130/80 mmHg, which will reduce atherosclerotic complications.
4. Exercise regularly.
You should exercise regularly. Makes the body use glucose better Have a better reaction to insulin It controls blood sugar levels, resulting in reducing the amount of insulin that will be used. Or in some cases where the sugar level is not high, insulin injections can be stopped. and should maintain cleanliness of the body Don’t wear tight shoes. If you have a wound on your foot, it must be treated quickly. or consult a doctor immediately
Regular exercise makes your body use glucose better. which has a better effect on insulin It controls blood sugar levels.
5. Stop smoking.
To help reduce or prevent complications in the aorta. Especially the coronary arteries.
6. Always carry your diabetes card with you.
to show that they have diabetes Because if something happens, you will lose consciousness. Those who see it will be able to help properly. And you should have toffee candy with you. To be able to eat as soon as you have low blood sugar. (which will include heart palpitations, dizziness, dizziness, like fainting, sweating a lot, and feeling dizzy)
Although diabetes is a chronic disease that cannot be cured, But elderly people who are sick with this disease Able to live a happy life no different from other people. By controlling your own daily living behavior appropriately To reduce the risk of complications that can have serious consequences in later life.
References: Paolo Hospital, Mahidol University, Chulalongkorn Hospital, Thai Red Cross Society
2023-11-15 07:33:37
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