Diabetology
Diabetology is the clinical science of diabetes mellitus, its diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up.
Who is a Diabetologist?
What medical conditions do Diabetologists treat?
Treatment for diabetes
What to expect at your first visit with a diabetologist?
Examination
There will be an extensive general examination involved. These commonly involve the heart, your eyes, the nerves, and your kidneys.
Tests for Diagnosing Prediabetes and Diabetes
HbA1C (A1C or glycosylated hemoglobin test)
Fasting Plasma Glucose Test (FPG)
Table indicates the FPG test’s blood glucose ranges for prediabetes and diabetes, and defines what each diagnosis means:
Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT)
Table indicates the FPG test’s blood glucose ranges for prediabetes and diabetes, and defines what each diagnosis means:
Ambulatory Blood Glucose Monitoring System
How is RxDx different?
In certain cases where medication is necessary, our holistic approach of gradual medication use is practiced at RxDx. For customers who require to take insulin injections, our doctors & nurses educate patients on the method of injecting insulin and provide the psychological support required during the injection therapy.
We do provide a diabetic profile package which includes blood investigations, diabetic retinopathy screening, diet counselling, diabetic consultation, and also provide complete foot care for diabetics in partnership with foot secure clinic.
Additionally, we also have trained cardiologists who help with cardiovascular complications and experienced nephrologists for any kidney related complications of Diabetes Mellitus.
Consultants at RxDx Diabetology
Meet our famous Endocrinologists and Diabetologists today in Bangalore
Related Insights
A-Z of Managing Blood Sugar in Diabetes
The 3 most important factors for self-regulation of blood sugar levels in diabetes are:
✔ Blood Sugar Monitoring
✔ Diet
✔ Exercise
How Can I Manage My Diabetes?
Diabetes is rapidly gaining the status of a potential epidemic in India. The incidence of diabetes has grown tenfold, from 1.2% to 12.1%, between 1971 and 2000. It is projected that around 61 million people aged 20-80 years live with diabetes in India. This number is expected to reach 101 million by 2030. Diabetes affects people both in the urban and rural sector though the impact on urban India is higher.
