What if I get a Mild Illness?

Sick Day Management

 

If you have diabetes and are feeling unwell, your blood glucose levels will rise which makes it more difficult to fight illness. Remember never stop your diabetes medications unless instructed as part of your Sick Day Regime.

 

Drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated

For people with diabetes on insulin therapy – Sick Day Leaflet – Type 1 for more information. This information is a general guide only. Each person should have their own individual Sick Day Regime. If you don’t have one, contact your own diabetes team today.

 

With Type 2 diabetes, you need to know which medications to alter if not eating – check with your pharmacist if any of the tablets or injections you are taking should be altered if you are unable to eat. Your Sick Day Regime should help you stay in control. Sick Day Leaflet – Type 2 for more information. This information is a general guide only. Each person should have their own individual Sick Day Regime. If you don’t have one, contact your own diabetes team today.