Guidelines for Diabetic Care

MENTAL CARE -

Act according to your own religion in which you have full trust.
Practice Meditation.
Try to overcome from stress.
Take proper sleep.
Do not allow sense organs to control you; you have to control them
Increase confidence in yourself.
Protect the mind from wrong deeds.
Keep self control, be tolerant, be peaceful.
Keep the balance of mind in different situations.
Be devoted in knowledge, freindship, cheerfulness, and calmness.

PHYSICAL CARE-

Skin care-

Dry your skin properly after bathing particularly in the skin folds.
Avoid too hot or too cold water while bathing.
Avoid harsh & highly perfumed soaps.
Use skin oil \ Mustard oil after bathing to lubricate your body.
Take care of Minor Cuts, Minor Burns, and Injuries.
Avoid excessive exposure to sun.
Do not wear too tight clothes in summer.

Eye care-

Have your eyes or vision checked periodically.
If you notice any abnormality like blurring, eye discharge etc. consults your ophthalmologist.
If you wear glasses be sure that your prescription is updated.
Wear protective eye glasses while going outdoor in Sunlight.
Do not rub eyes unnecessarily.
Is there any Vascular changes in your eyes go for proper examination & treatment.
Maintain adequate light when reading, writing or working.

Nasal care-

Don't cut deep Nostril hair.
Clean regularly your both nostril.
If there is any boil on the nosetip - Contact immediately your diabetologist.

Mouth Care-

Brush your teeth regularly, Follow instructions of your dentist.
Tell your dentist that you have diabetes.
If any Scratches, Sores or other Injuries appear in your mouth seek Professional advice.

Throat care-

Gargle with Luke warm water before bed time.

Respiratory System care-

Regularise morning walk, Light exercise.
Stop smoking (if habitual).
Deep Breathing exercises are good for you.
Inhale herbal Antiseptic fumes twice a weak.
Take precautions in winter to cold exposures.
Consult your doctor before going to any hill area.
Do not take any cough Syrup for simple cough and cold because most of the cough syrups contains sugar; consult your Doctor.

Cardiac care-

Regularly monitor Blood Pressure and weight.
Take regular cardiac tonics with the advice of your doctor.
Regular Check up of lipid profile 6 monthly.
ECG once a year.
Regular Exercise and medication will help you to maintain yourself.
X-Ray chest for heart enlargement.

Digestive System Care-

Take Proper Dietary advice from your Diabetologist / Dietician.
Follow the Rules of Diabetic Diet.
Maintain Regular Bowel Habits.
Avoid Constipation.
Eat intelligently in a planned way.

Genital care-

Wash private parts after Urination, Antiseptic lotion can be used.
Shave pubic area at regular interval, Use Hair remover instead of Razor.
if female-consult your Gynaecologist for any Vaginal Discharge & Menstrual Problems .

Foot care-

Never walk without Foot wears particularly on rough floor.
Do not sit close near to fire or heat source.
The shoes & other foot wears should fit properly.
The feet should be washed daily with tap water and good quality mild soap. Then dry by blotting with soft towel instead of rubbing.
Massage your fit lightly with mustard oil, or coconut oil or moisturising cream, but not in between toes.
Clean and well fitting socks made of cotton should be preferred. Toe Nails should be cut properly.
Inspect the feet daily for corns, calluses, Blisters, and Cracks in the skin.
Take proper care of even minor cuts.
Exercise to improve the circulation of feet.

A diabetic should report to the doctor in following Circumstances -

a- Throbbing Pain, itching, swelling, colour change of the foot or leg.
b- Discharge from cut, corn or under the toe nail.
c- if any injury does not respond to treatment.