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While type 2 diabetes can have many consequences on your overall health and well-being, it is both a preventable and manageable condition. As your trusted partner in care, Dr. Chaula Patel in the Bronx, NY can help you control your blood sugar and establish a healthier lifestyle and diet.
Diabetes is a serious disease, which if not properly managed, can lead to complications affecting every aspect of your health and overall quality of life. Unfortunately, the incidence of this disease is on the rise worldwide, and it represents one of the most challenging public health problems of the 21st century. According to the latest fact sheet issued by the American Diabetes Association, in the United States alone, close to 30 million adults and children have diabetes.
When someone has diabetes, it means that the body is unable to either produce or properly use a hormone known as insulin. This essential hormone helps to convert sugars, starches, and other foods into energy that the body needs to function.
Too much-unused sugar in the bloodstream can lead to several long-term complications, including:
Type 2 diabetes constitutes 90-95 percent of all diagnosed cases of diabetes. While it can develop at any age, it’s seen most frequently in middle-aged adults. Both genetics and lifestyle factors, such as being overweight, inactive, and eating a diet high in sugar, can contribute to a person’s risk.
Treatment for type 2 diabetes means working with your doctor to create a healthy plan to keep your blood sugar under control. At the office of Dr. Chaula Patel, we take a holistic and integrative approach to care. We focus on lifestyle and dietary changes such as maintaining a healthy diet, losing weight, and exercising to control blood sugar. Medication may also be prescribed as needed. Patient education is also a big part of care. Dr. Patel teaches patients how to monitor their own blood sugar and make wise dietary choices. She also offers a comprehensive weight management program that is tailored to address individual needs.
Diabetes is a serious disease that can lead to various long-term complications, such as heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, eye problems, nerve impairment, infections, and difficulty with wound healing. When someone has diabetes, it means that the body is unable to either produce or properly use a hormone called insulin, which helps convert sugars, starches, and other foods into energy.
There are two main types of diabetes: Type 1 and Type 2. Type 1 is an autoimmune disease where the body does not produce insulin, while Type 2 is a condition where the body cannot properly use insulin or lacks the necessary insulin. Approximately 90-95% of all diagnosed cases of diabetes are type 2.
To control blood sugar, it is essential to maintain a healthy diet and stay active. Some recommendations include:
Medication may be prescribed as needed to help manage blood sugar levels. Common types of medications include:
At our office, we offer a comprehensive weight management program that is tailored to address individual needs. This program may include:
During your visit to our office, you can expect a compassionate and holistic approach to care. We will work together to create a personalized plan that addresses your current health status and helps you achieve optimal wellness. This may include:
Our experienced primary care physician offers a wide range of services to help patients enjoy optimal health. Some of the services we provide include:
We accept a variety of insurances to ensure that our patients have access to quality care. Some of the insurances we accept include:
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Chaula Patel, please call our office at (718) 733-6369 or visit our website to schedule online using the Healow app.
