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Type 1 diabetes follow-up

Follow-up of a person with diabetes is divided into self-monitoring, follow-up tests and follow-up meetings.

Self-monitoring entails things like checking blood sugar and blood pressure at home and monitoring mouth and feet health. In addition to blood sugar balance, the topics covered by the follow-up tests and meetings include cardiovascular health, the condition of the eyes, kidneys, feet and mouth, as well as the ability to implement self care, manage with diabetes as well as personal resources, empowerment and ability to cope.

Updated 30.9.2023