Diabetes: Be a Partner with Your Doctor

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Be a Partner with Your Doctor

Here's what you can do to be a partner with your doctor:

Visit your doctor every three or four months, even if you feel fine.

Have these important tests done:

Blood pressure (every visit)

Foot exam (every visit)

Hemoglobin A-one-C (two to four times per year)

Blood cholesterol (once a year)

Urine test (once a year)

Eye exam (once a year)

Talk to your doctor about any problems you are having. If you don't understand, ask the doctor to explain.

Bring a family member or friend to your doctor visits.

Remember, besides your doctor, dietitians, nurses, and diabetes educators can help you with your diet, exercise and medications.

Diabetes Control Program, New Mexico Department of Health
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