Diabetes

Insulin can help control your blood sugar levels if lifestyle changes and oral diabetes medications haven’t been enough. Yet taking insulin is a little more complicated than simply giving yourself a shot a couple of times a day. It takes some work to know how much insulin you need and when to administer it.

These devices can help you stay on track with your insulin dosing and delivery to help you better manage your type 2 diabetes.

Blood glucose meter:

A blood glucose meter is an essential tool if you have type 2 diabetes, especially if you take insulin. Measuring your blood sugar level a few times a day can show how well your insulin is controlling your diabetes, and if you need to adjust the amount or timing of your doses.

A blood glucose meter measures glucose in a small amount of your blood. First, you use a lancet or other sharp device to prick your finger. Then you place a drop of blood on the test strip and insert it into the machine. The meter will tell you what your blood sugar is so you can see whether your blood sugar is too low or too high.

Some blood glucose meters can download results to your computer and share them with your doctor. Your doctor can review your blood sugar readings over time and use the results to make any necessary changes to your insulin plan. It’s especially helpful to note the time you check your blood sugar, and if you’ve eaten and when.

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