Treatment of type 2 diabetes serves two main purposes. In the short term, it may provide relief from the immediate symptoms of high blood sugar. In the long term, good control of sugar may prevent or delay complications of type 2 diabetes such as heart disease, kidney disease, and blindness. Type 2 diabetes may be treated with diet,exercise, and weight loss. This is particularly true for people who have been recently diagnosed.
Many people also require oral medications or injected insulin to help control their blood sugar .
Together, your healthcare team will develop a treatment plan that is right for you. Along with the care provided by your healthcare team, you can make a difference in the success of your type 2 diabetes treatment plan. You should closely follow your healthcare team's recommendations for diet, exercise, weight loss, and treatment. If your healthcare professional has prescribed medication for your diabetes, always take it as instructed. You should monitor your blood sugar as prescribed by your healthcare professional to see how well you are managing your diabetes.