world diabetes day

World Diabetes Day was founded by International Diabetes Federation (International Diabetes Federation) and the World Health Organization (WHO) in 1991 taking into account the incidence of diabetes in the world. In addition, November 14 also falls on the birthday of Frederick Banting, the inventor. Insulin was discovered in 1922, which is an injection drug used to lower blood sugar that is currently used to treat diabetics.

Eat a lot – eat often – no matter how much you eat, you won’t get fat. diabetes signs Know and treat in time!

Sleeping less than 4 hours often risks damaging your health and causing many diseases!

For the year 2023, the Ministry of Public Health The substance issue has been determined: “Diabetes :  Know your risk, Know your response Diabetes: Know that you are at risk. Know that you must change.” Focus on knowing your diabetes risks and complications. Emphasize the importance of access to information, knowledge and correct care for the general public and at-risk groups. According to the IDF Diabetes Atlas, there are 537 million people living with diabetes worldwide, with more than 90% having type 2 diabetes, nearly half of whom. One has not yet been diagnosed. It is expected that by 2030 this will increase to 643 million and by 2045 it will increase to 783 million.

Diabetes situation in Thailand Data from public health statistics reports Ministry of Public Health Thailand has found that the incidence of diabetes tends to continually increase. In 2023, there will be 300,000 new patients per year. In 2022, there will be 3.3 million people with diabetes, an increase from 2012. 2021, up to 150,000 people for the screening of new patients in 2023. It was found that as many as 5 million people aged 35 years and over have not been screened for diabetes. From the nationwide target of 22 million people

Basic symptoms of diabetes

Thirsty more often urinating more frequently especially urinating at night After falling asleep, you are often hungry, eating more. body weight decreased For unknown reasons, sweat easily, fatigue, blurred vision, unclear vision, wounds that heal slowly, frequent illness, frequent infections, numbness, pain, or abnormal knowledge such as numbness at the end of meals or in the feet. There are more stretch marks on the neck, armpits, or abdomen.

Some of these symptoms are not specific to diabetes. And patients will have these symptoms when their sugar levels are abnormally high. Therefore, it is still recommended that everyone who does not have symptoms Check your blood sugar health at least every 1-3 years without having any abnormal symptoms.

Diabetes risk factors

People in the family have a history of diabetes, obesity, overweight, excess waist circumference, and high blood pressure. likes to eat sweet food Not having enough physical activity, smoking, and drinking alcoholic beverages

Therefore, behavioral modification is important in preventing diabetes. This can be done by choosing to eat a variety of foods, emphasizing vegetables, fruits, and various grains. Reduce sweet, oily, and salty foods. Exercise regularly for at least 30 minutes, 3-5 times a week. Make your mind clear. Get enough sleep, 7-8 hours a day. Do not smoke and drink alcoholic beverages. If you have symptoms of urinating frequently and a lot, being thirsty, often thirsty, eating too much, often hungry, losing weight, having easy wounds and difficult to heal. Itchy skin, blurred vision, and numbness of the hands and feet. You should see a doctor for further diagnosis.

Diabetes is caused by abnormal hormonal function, resulting in high blood sugar. If blood sugar is high for a long period of time, it will cause organ deterioration, causing complications in the eyes, kidneys, heart, and brain. It is often detected when accidentally checking health in people aged 35 years and over. Therefore, people aged 35 years and over should be screened for diabetes once a year. Blood sugar levels should be less than 100 milligrams per deciliter. If detected early and treated quickly, it can reduce the risk of serious complications and death.

“Diabetic retinopathy” is a dangerous complication that risks blindness. Warning signs are advised and see a doctor immediately.

Controlling the disease of diabetic patients to prevent complications

Control blood sugar levels well Control your diet, reduce sweet, fatty, and salty foods. See your doctor regularly. Use medicine as prescribed by your doctor. If there are any abnormal symptoms, please inform the treating doctor. Do not adjust your medication yourself. Exercise regularly Always check your feet yourself. If there is a wound, you should immediately see a doctor. Do not smoke and do not drink alcoholic beverages.

Thank you for information from: Bangkok Hospital and Ministry of Public Health

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Invite to screen for diabetes for free! Use only one ID card until the end of 2024.

The Department of Medical Services invites people aged 35 years and over to get screened for diabetes! free

2023-11-13 08:36:00

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