People with diabetes who are undergoing cancer treatment need to monitor their blood sugar levels and take steps to manage their diabetes. This is because some cancer treatments can impact blood sugar
- DR.SHIZAN PERVEZ
- Feb 5
- 1 min read
What treatments can impact blood sugar levels?
Chemotherapy: Some chemotherapy drugs can impact blood sugar levels, especially if they include steroids
Radiation therapy: Radiation therapy can cause a spike in blood sugar levels
Hormone therapy: Some hormonal therapy drugs can increase blood sugar levels
Immunotherapy drugs: Some immunotherapy drugs can impact blood sugar levels
Stem cell transplants: Stem cell transplants can cause blood sugar levels to go up or down
How can you manage your blood sugar levels?
Monitor your blood sugar levels
Your diabetes team can help you determine a safe range for your blood sugar levels
Talk to your diabetes specialist
Your diabetes specialist can help you manage your blood sugar levels during cancer treatment
Use a continuous glucose monitor
A continuous glucose monitor can help you monitor your blood sugar levels without the pain of finger sticks
Use an insulin pump
If you need multiple insulin shots a day, an insulin pump can help you manage your blood sugar levels
Eat or drink carbohydrates every 1-2 hours
If you're experiencing nausea or vomiting, eating or drinking 15 grams of carbohydrates every 1-2 hours can help
Eat protein with your meals and snacks
Eating protein with your meals and snacks can help
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