All patients with diabetes and high blood pressure should adopt lifestyle changes. These include weight reduction (when needed), following the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet, smoking cessation, limiting alcohol intake, and limiting salt intake to no more than 1,500 mg of sodium per day.
High Blood Pressure Control. Patients should aim for blood pressure levels of less than 130/80 mm Hg (systolic/diastolic).
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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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Home glucose monitoring; Self monitoring of blood glucoseReferencesAmerican Diabetes Association. Standards of medical care in diabetes--2010.... Read more »