Treating Diabetes

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Treating diabetes

• To survive, people with type 1 diabetes must have insulin delivered by injection or a pump.
• Many people with type 2 diabetes can manage their blood glucose by following a healthy meal plan and exercise program, losing excess weight, and taking oral medication.
• Many people with diabetes also need to take medications to control their cholesterol and blood pressure.
• Diabetes self-management education (DMSE) is an integral component of medical care.

Among adults with diagnosed diabetes, 16% take insulin only, 12% take both insulin and oral medication, 57% take oral medication only, and 15% do not take either insulin or oral medications.