Optional Summary:A patient with type 2 diabetes has been experiencing high blood sugar levels for the past few days, despite their usual diet and exercise routine. They have been monitoring their blood glucose levels closely and have noticed that their readings have consistently been above 200 mg/dL. Upon realizing this, they have taken the following steps: increased their physical activity, monitored their carbohydrate intake, and ensured they are taking their prescribed medication at the right time and in the correct dosage. However, their blood sugar levels have not decreased. Can you identify what crucial step this patient may have missed in managing their high blood sugar levels and explain how this could have affected their blood glucose readings? Additionally, recommend a specific course of action for this patient to take in order to bring their blood sugar levels back into a healthy range.Q1 – I have type 2 diabetes and, over the past few days, have been struggling with high sugar levels. I’m eating my normal diet and keeping my normal exercise routine. With the consistently high readings, I’ve been increasing my exercise, making sure I take my medication on time and monitoring my carbohydrate intake. Unfortunately, they still read as high, what could be the problems I need to consider?R1 – [Include equipment/battery checking] [Mention illness]Q2 – What illnesses could be causing my sugars to run high? Should I see my doctor?R2 – Q3 – Tell me how I can track and plan my diet better while living with diabetes.
