LifeScan has just released a new blood glucose meter that finally got it right. This meter, called the OneTouch Ultra2 Blood Glucose Monitoring System, solves one of the biggest meter problems that I have been harping on for years.
When I participated in another company’s Data Management Panel in Montreal about four years ago, I stressed the importance of being able to separate out before meal and after meal readings so that we can make sense of our trends. Several other participants echoed...
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Home glucose monitoring; Self monitoring of blood glucoseWhat the risks areThere is a slight chance of infection at the puncture site. A small amount... Read more »
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Blood glucose monitoring refers to the ongoing measurement of blood sugar (glucose). Monitoring can be done at any time using a portable device... Read more »
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Home glucose monitoring; Self monitoring of blood glucoseNormal ValuesBefore meals: 70 - 130 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL)After meals: Less than... Read more »
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of ComplicationsHigh Blood Pressure and Heart DiseaseAll patients with diabetes and high blood pressure should adopt lifestyle changes. These include... Read more »
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