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Diabetes is a chronic illness that affects millions of people worldwide. Diabetes management necessitates close monitoring of blood sugar levels, as well as frequent testing and lifestyle changes. Patients can now track their glucose levels in real time thanks to real-time glucose monitoring, which eliminates the need to prick their fingers multiple times per day.
Real-time glucose monitoring has transformed diabetes care by enabling patients to make educated decisions based on their current glucose levels. According to one study, “real-time monitoring systems have been shown to reduce mean glucose levels by an average of 6.1 percent, while reducing the risk of hypoglycemia by up to 30 percent.” This means that real-time glucose monitoring can help diabetes patients manage their disease more effectively and reduce their risk of complications.
Real-time glucose monitoring can also help patients manage their diabetes in the long run. Patients can adjust their diet and lifestyle habits to keep their blood sugar levels under control with real-time monitoring. For example, if a patient notices that their glucose levels rise after eating certain foods, they can modify their diet. This better understanding of how their body reacts to various foods and activities can help them make better long-term decisions.
Real-time glucose monitoring has been shown to reduce stress and anxiety associated with diabetes management, in addition to assisting patients in managing the disease. Diabetes patients who used real-time glucose monitoring reported reduced stress and improved quality of life, according to a study published in the journal Diabetes Care. This means that real-time glucose monitoring can help improve not only diabetes management, but also patients’ overall quality of life.
Real-time glucose monitoring is a significant step forward in diabetes care, allowing patients to better manage their disease and lower their risk of complications. This technology can help improve the quality of life for diabetes patients by providing real-time data and enabling better long-term decision-making.
Sources:
American Diabetes Association. “Real-time Glucose Monitoring Systems: An Overview.” Diabetes Spectrum, vol. 18, no. 4, 2005, pp. 263–267.
Monnier, L., et al. “Real-Time Continuous Glucose Monitoring Reduces Hemoglobin A1c Levels in Type 1 Diabetes.” Diabetes Care, vol. 32, no. 3, 2009, pp. 385–390.
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