Diabetology

they deal with conditions that are closely linked to diabetes, like Störungen des Lipidmetabolismus, Extreme Obesity, and Hypertension. A diabetologist also does preventive exams to look for diabetes-related secondary illnesses.

Patients with type 2 diabetes, often known as adult-onset diabetes, the most prevalent condition, are typically looked after by their family physician. The diabetologist often assumes responsibility for therapy only when insulin therapy is required or when secondary illnesses have already developed, closely consulting with the family physician.

In order to timely and appropriately change the therapy, diabetics must regularly monitor their blood pressure, and blood glucose levels, and carefully examine their feet. For example: Exercise and dietary changes.

Depending on the kind, disorders linked to diabetes mellitus as well as other conditions are considered. Similar to: Secondary conditions including diabetic Polyneuropathy and peripheral artery occlusive disease (PAD) (PNP).