| Examen | Gol | Con qué frecuencia |
A1C The A1C test measures your average blood sugar level over the past two to three months. | 7% o menos | Cada 3-6 meses |
Blood pressure Alta presion sanguinea can increase your risk of heart disease, stroke, and eye, kidney and nerve complications. | 140/90 o menos | Cada visita |
Colesterol People with diabetes are at greater risk of heart disease. Statin medications can help lower this risk by lowering your cholesterol. | Hable sobre sus objetivos de colesterol con su proveedor. | TODOS LOS AÑOS |
Dental exam Diabetes increases your risk of developing periodontal (gum) disease, an infection of your gums and bones that can lead to tooth loss. | Dientes y encías saludables | Cada seis meses o con mayor frecuencia si tiene enfermedad periodontal |
Diabetes education or medical nutrition therapy Studies show that people who meet with a certified diabetes care and education specialist or registered dietitian who specializes in diabetes have better self-management skills and lower A1C levels. | Aprenda a controlar su diabetes con información actual basada en evidencia. | Cuando te diagnostican; Cuando no está alcanzando su meta de A1C |
Eye exam When your blood sugar levels are too high for too long, changes can occur in the blood vessels of your retina. This is known as diabetic retinopathy and, left untreated, can lead to blindness. A dilated retina exam can spot trouble early. | Prevenir enfermedades oculares y ceguera. | Cada año si su último examen no fue normal; Cada dos años si su último examen fue normal |
Foot exam Decreased circulation and changes in the blood vessels of your feet and lower legs can cause damage. Even if you regularly check your feet for cuts, sores or infections, your provider should also assess them at regular checkups. | Prevenir daños en los pies y amputaciones. | Cada año si el último examen fue normal; Cada visita si tiene problemas en los pies |
Kidney health High blood sugars can damage your kidneys, causing them to “leak” abnormal protein from your blood into your urine. Left unchecked, this can lead to kidney failure and the need for dialysis. | Proporción de albúmina a creatinina en orina inferior a 30 mg/g eGFR (tasa de filtración glomerular estimada) superior a 60 | TODOS LOS AÑOS |
Vaccines Even when well-managed, diabetes makes it harder for your immune system to fight infections. This puts you at risk for more serious complications from illnesses than those who do not have diabetes. Make sure you are up to date on these vaccines: Influenza (flu), hepatitis B and pneumococcal | Mantenerse saludable | Vacuna contra la gripe: todos los años; Vacuna contra la hepatitis B: serie de dosis 2 o 3, según la vacuna; Vacuna antineumocócica: dosis única mayor de 65 años, o revacunación única si recibió una dosis antes de los 60 años |
Weight If you’re overweight and have type 2 diabetes, losing even 10 pounds can help lower your blood sugar and blood pressure, and improve your cholesterol levels. | IMC 25 o menos | Cada visita |