Practical Roadmap

Your Step-by-Step Guide After Diagnosis

32. First 3 Months After Diagnosis

  1. Accept the diagnosis (denial delays treatment).
  2. Learn to use a glucometer.
  3. Meet a dietician.
  4. Start walking 20 mins a day.

33. The Annual "Tune-Up" Checklist

Once a year, you MUST check:

  • Eye Fundus Exam (Retina scan).
  • Urine Microalbumin (Kidney check).
  • Foot Nerve Sensation test.
  • ECG/TMT (Heart check).

34. Traveling With Diabetes

  • Carry double the medicine you need.
  • Keep insulin in a cool pouch (Frio bag), never in check-in luggage (cargo gets too cold).
  • Carry a doctor's prescription for security checks.
  • Always have glucose candy in your pocket.