Routine tests when starting SGLT-2 inhibitors.

Dr Sheharyar Quraishi, Consultant Endocrinologist and Diabetologist explains what routine tests are done when starting on SGLT-2 inhibitors. He explains that Blood Pressure monitoring is important as well as kidney function blood tests to make sure that you are not getting dehydrated on these medicines.

Discover the reasons behind foot problems in diabetes patients.

Richard talks about his experience of being diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes. He recalls that his diagnosis came about as he was having routine checks done for other reasons.

Dr Mushtaqur Rahman, Consultant Endocrinologist and Diabetologist talks about various types of medicines which can be used to reduce the risk of Kidney failure in people with Diabetes. He talks about medicines to control blood glucose as well as medicines to reduce blood pressure including ACE inhibitors and ARB type drugs. He explains how medicines are best adjusted for Black and African heritage people as the benefits of certain other drugs are better.

Donna van Zyl, Specialist Diabetic Dietician talks about diets for people with Diabetes. She explains that you can chose your type of diet depending on your type of Diabetes as well as how long you've had Diabetes. If you are in the early stages of Type 2 Diabetes Donna talks about possibly trying to reverse Diabetes.