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What This Means for You
Frequent blood glucose testing is the best means you have for keeping track of
how well you are doing with the factors that affect your diabetes-medication, diet,
exercise, and stress management. Blood glucose test results can also tell you
whether your diabetes is changing in ways that might require an adjustment to
your treatment plan. Always consult your healthcare professional before making
any changes in managing your diabetes.
Frequency of Testing
How often you need to test your blood glucose will vary according to your
age, the type of diabetes you have, the medications you are taking, and your
physical and emotional health. Your healthcare professional will guide you.
After deciding when and how often you should test, it is important that you
make testing part of your routine.
