The Glucose Club's Blog

Receiving a diagnosis of diabetes can be shocking, surprising, overwhelming, upsetting, frustrating or maybe all of the above! It can be a stressful time in a person’s life, and sometimes gives a person the feeling of helplessness.

While all of these reactions can be completely normal and are to be expected, it is important to know that you have the power to control your diabetes – your own decisions can play a big part in the management of your diabetes. It is important to have regular check-ups with your GP, and work with your GP in developing a management plan.

Your GP may recommend you see other specialists to assist in the management of your diabetes. These may include:
-    Endocrinologist
-    Accredited Exercise Physiologist
-    Dietitian
-    Diabetes nurse educator
-    Psychiatrist
-    Podiatrist
-    Optometrist


You may see none, one or all of these specialists at various stages! They will be able to provide you with specialist advice in their area of expertise. While your GP can be a great source of information, it is not possible for them to experts in all of these fields, so it can be a great opportunity for you to get expert information, which will help you manage your diabetes as effectively as possible!