Merita Health - Healthcare Services in Kampala, Uganda

Diabetes Screening & Management

Comprehensive diabetes care from screening to ongoing management

Diabetes Management

About Diabetes Management

Merita Health offers comprehensive diabetes screening and management services, including fasting blood sugar tests, HbA1c monitoring, nutritional advice, and medication support to prevent and manage Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes effectively.

Our Diabetes Services

  • Diabetes Screening: Early detection of prediabetes and diabetes
  • HbA1c Testing: 3-month average blood glucose measurement
  • Blood Glucose Monitoring: Daily tracking guidance
  • Medication Management: Oral medications and insulin therapy
  • Nutritional Counseling: Personalized meal planning
  • Complication Screening: Eye, kidney, and nerve exams

Who Should Get Screened?

We recommend diabetes screening for:

  • Adults with BMI ≥25 (or ≥23 for Asian Americans)
  • People with family history of diabetes
  • Women with history of gestational diabetes
  • Individuals with hypertension or high cholesterol
  • People with symptoms (excessive thirst, frequent urination)
  • All adults over 45 years

Diabetes Diagnostic Criteria

Test Normal Prediabetes Diabetes
Fasting Blood Glucose <100 mg/dL 100-125 mg/dL ≥126 mg/dL
HbA1c <5.7% 5.7-6.4% ≥6.5%
Oral Glucose Tolerance Test <140 mg/dL 140-199 mg/dL ≥200 mg/dL

Management Approach

  1. Comprehensive assessment and diagnosis
  2. Personalized treatment plan development
  3. Medication management (if needed)
  4. Nutrition and exercise counseling
  5. Blood glucose monitoring education
  6. Regular follow-up and adjustment
  7. Complication prevention strategies

Benefits of Proper Management

  • Reduced risk of complications (heart disease, kidney failure, blindness)
  • Better energy levels and quality of life
  • Prevention of diabetes-related hospitalizations
  • Lower healthcare costs long-term
  • Increased life expectancy
  • Improved overall health and well-being

Service Details

  • Duration: 45-60 minutes initial visit
  • Preparation: Fasting for blood tests
  • Follow-up: Quarterly for stable patients
  • Monitoring: Home glucose tracking
  • Cost: Consultation + tests as needed

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Quick Facts

  • ✓ Type 2 diabetes is preventable
  • ✓ Regular monitoring is crucial
  • ✓ Lifestyle changes are key
  • ✓ Complications are preventable
  • ✓ Team approach to care

Frequently Asked Questions

Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune condition where the body attacks insulin-producing cells, usually diagnosed in children/young adults, requiring insulin therapy. Type 2 diabetes involves insulin resistance and relative insulin deficiency, usually diagnosed in adults, often manageable with lifestyle changes and oral medications initially. Both require careful management to prevent complications.

Yes, prediabetes can often be reversed through lifestyle changes. Losing 5-7% of body weight, regular physical activity (150 minutes per week), and healthy eating can significantly reduce diabetes risk. Studies show that lifestyle intervention can reduce progression to Type 2 diabetes by 58% over 3 years. Early intervention is key.

General targets are: Fasting blood glucose: 80-130 mg/dL, Post-meal (2 hours after eating): <180 mg/dL, HbA1c: <7% for most adults (individualized based on age, comorbidities, and hypoglycemia risk). However, targets should be personalized based on individual factors like age, diabetes duration, and presence of complications.

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Expert care for diabetes screening, management, and prevention.

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