Diabetes treatment

Understanding your blood sugar levels in Australia involves knowing your target range and testing regularly. Blood sugar is usually measured in mmol/L (millimoles per litre), and the target range varies depending on whether you have diabetes or are aiming to maintain normal levels. For non-diabetic adults, a fasting blood sugar level between 3.9 and 5.4 mmol/L is considered normal. If you have diabetes, a doctor will work with you to set a personalised target blood sugar level.

Yes, you can reverse pre-diabetes naturally or prevent it from occurring if you do lifestyle modifications such as healthy eating, exercise and weight loss. Stress can also be a factor and should be managed.

Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes both involve challenges with blood sugar regulation but have different causes, risk factors, and management strategies. Type 1 is an autoimmune condition where the body attacks insulin-producing cells, often affecting younger people and requiring lifelong insulin therapy. Type 2, more common in adults, is marked by insulin resistance often linked to lifestyle factors like diet and physical activity. Both types require regular blood sugar monitoring and can lead to complications if not managed well.

Yes, an online doctor can diagnose your symptoms and issue blood test referrals to understand your blood sugar levels. For patients who are already diagnosed with diabetes, it is easy to manage medication for chronic conditions or consult a doctor immediately with telehealth through services such as instant scripts, virtual doctor appointments, online referrals and more.