Your Local Diabetes Diagnosis, Treatment, and Care Clinic in Fargo
In America, one in ten people have diabetes, and one in five people don’t know they have it. Diabetes is a metabolic disorder that can be very difficult to manage alone, and if left untreated it can lead to serious, life-threatening consequences. When a person has diabetes, their body has a decreased ability to use insulin, is unable to produce insulin or both. Insulin helps to feed every cell in the body. Too little insulin or a complete lack of insulin can result in the inability to feed all of the cells in the body. This can result in cellular death. Regular diabetes care and treatment can help you manage your condition to prevent serious complications.
At Altaire Clinic, we provide diabetes care and management to residents of Fargo and the surrounding areas. Our skilled medical providers can teach you how to manage your diabetes and can recommend treatments that can help you lose weight, maintain the proper insulin levels, and thrive.
Common Signs and Symptoms
Some people may not display symptoms, especially if their diabetes is diagnosed early on. This is because blood sugar levels can rise slowly.
The most common symptoms of diabetes can include:
- Increased thirst
- Blurred vision
- Increased hunger
- Frequent urination
Even if a person with diabetes is taking medication to control their insulin levels, they can still have problems with low blood sugar levels.
Symptoms that indicate dangerously low blood sugar include:
- Increased hunger
- Weakness
- Excessive sweating
- Feeling shaky
Diabetes Treatment and Management
If your provider thinks that you have type 2 diabetes, he or she will ask you questions about your medical history, do a physical exam, and order a blood test that measures the amount of sugar in your blood.
If you are diagnosed with diabetes, the key to effectively treating and managing this condition is to keep the blood sugar levels controlled.
Your medical provider will discuss how you can control your diabetes by making healthier food choices, weight management, the importance of regular exercise, and taking medication if needed.
Regular checkups with your medical provider are crucial.
You may need to test your blood sugar levels often. This will give you the best chance of keeping blood sugar levels in your target range.
In order to control your diabetes symptoms and maintain a normal blood glucose level, you must make every follow-up visit. Regular monitoring is very important.
Living with diabetes can be difficult, especially in the beginning. However, with proper medical support, monitoring, and guidance, you can thrive. At Altaire Clinic, we can help you live the healthiest life possible. Our practitioners can provide the supervised, continual care you need to learn how to manage your diabetes and truly thrive. The first step toward diabetes care and management is to contact our facility and schedule a consult.
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– Ali M.
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– Tiffany S.
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– Heather M.
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– Ashley P.
Everything about Altaire Is top notch—the professionalism, staff, services, beautiful facility, ‘state of art’ equipment and technology...Rick is amazing, genuine and knowledgeable!
– Pat B.
I love all of the people in this place! They are so kind and informative and are the best at answering any questions you might have. I highly recommend Altaire Clinic.
– Alice K.
I had a great experience at Altaire. The staff was kind, helpful, and great to work with. I will continue to go back. I would recommend Altaire to anyone.
– Michael L.
From the moment I walked in, I felt so welcome! Rich was an absolute gem and made me feel so comfortable with the procedure I had done! Definitely will be going back!!
– Samantha C.
The best service i have ever received. Felt at home from the moment i walked in. Friendly and professional. Would definitely recommend Altaire to anyone
– Ernst L.
Have had several great experiences at Altaire. Staff is full of friendly knowledgeable people and the quality of products and services is top notch.
– Eric G.
What to Expect at Your Appointment
Face time with your diabetes medical team should not be rushed. It's vitally important for you and the team to understand what is happening with your child to optimize your care experience.
The Altaire medical team diagnoses diabetes with blood tests. You may need to fast for at least eight hours before blood tests. Your providers can explain your test results to help you understand how diabetes is affecting your body.
Diabetes treatment emphasizes whole-body health and wellness. Altaire medical has a diabetes management program that educates you and your family about making healthy choices, maximizing your health with diabetes, and living with your disease successfully.
Medical Consultation
If your provider thinks that you have type 2 diabetes, he or she will ask you questions about your medical history, do a physical exam, and order a blood test that measures the amount of sugar in your blood.
Diagnosis
If you are diagnosed with diabetes, the key to effectively treating and managing this condition is to keep the blood sugar levels controlled.
Your medical provider will discuss how you can control your diabetes by making healthier food choices, weight management, the importance of regular exercise, and taking medication if needed.
Regular Checkups
Regular checkups with your medical provider are crucial. You may need to test your blood sugar levels often. This will give you the best chance of keeping blood sugar levels in your target range. In order to control your diabetes symptoms and maintain a normal blood glucose level, you must make every follow-up visit. Regular monitoring is very important.
Learning to Manage Diabetes
There are many things you can do to manage your condition. Learning what makes your blood sugar drop and rise will be important, as well as learning how to control your blood sugar levels. Different types of foods can have a major impact on blood sugar levels, so controlling food intake will be important. Coordinating medications and meals is also recommended.
Our medical providers can work with you to create a lifestyle plan that can help you manage your condition. This plan factors in all of the things you can do to manage your diabetes and the symptoms. Monitoring blood glucose levels, weight, insulin injections, diabetes medications, and more, can ensure you avoid diabetes complications in the future.
Types of Diabetes
The most common types of diabetes include:
- Type 1
- Type 2
- Secondary
- Gestational diabetes
With type 1 diabetes, the body is unable to produce insulin, resulting in dangerously high blood sugar levels. This type of diabetes is caused by an autoimmune disease, which targets insulin-producing cells.
Type 2 is the most common type of diabetes, and it accounts for almost 90% of diabetes cases. This type of diabetes is caused by a combination of metabolic disorders that negatively impact the way the body uses insulin and insulin resistance.
Gestational diabetes occurs during pregnancy and is a form of impaired glucose tolerance. This means the insulin produced in the body doesn’t work as efficiently as it should, due to hormonal changes during pregnancy.
Other types of diabetes can result from genetic conditions or it can occur due to pancreatic disease, infections, certain medications, or certain illnesses.
A person with prediabetes will have blood sugar levels that are higher than average, but not high enough for a type 2 diagnosis.
Diabetes is one of the main causes of kidney and heart disease, in addition to nerve and blood vessel problems, depression, and blindness. Fortunately, with proper diabetes management under the supervision of an experienced and knowledgeable medical provider, a person with diabetes can do many things to improve their health.
At Altaire Clinic, we believe in educating our patients concerning proper diabetes care and management and providing them with the knowledge and skills needed to improve their health and effectively manage their diabetes.
Our team of medical providers has the expertise a diabetes patient needs to help with managing their diabetes and improving their health and quality of life.
Contact Altaire Clinic Today to Schedule a Consult
At Altaire Clinic, our providers can provide an evaluation, and treatment, and create a custom management plan for diabetes in the Fargo area. If you believe you may benefit from diabetes management and you’re ready to take the first step towards living a healthier, fuller life, contact Altaire Clinic today to schedule a consult.
Common Questions About Diabetes
Some people may not display symptoms, especially if their diabetes is diagnosed early on. This is because blood sugar levels can rise slowly. The most common symptoms of diabetes can include: Increased thirst Blurred vision Increased hunger Frequent urination Even if a person with diabetes is taking medication to control their insulin levels, they can still have problems with low blood sugar levels. Symptoms that indicate dangerously low blood sugar include: Increased hunger Weakness Excessive sweating Feeling shaky
Contact Us
We encourage you to book a consultation, so one of our providers can personally discuss your needs and recommend the procedures best suited to your lifestyle. Contact us by phone or use the convenient form below so you can reach your ultimate health, wellness, & beauty goals.