Diabetes Complications Nutritional Management at BIRDEM General Hospital

Abstract

Institute of Research and Rehabilitation in Diabetes, Endocrine, and Metabolic Disorders" in Bangladesh”, which is situated at, Dhaka, operates with the capacity of 600 beds multidisciplinary medical institution complex, overseen by the ‘Diabetic Association of Bangladesh’. In 1956, diabetes was initially perceived as an ailment afflicting the affluent, but it swiftly transformed into a global epidemic, particularly impacting underdeveloped and emerging nations. The BIRDEM outpatient department (OPD) admits 3,000 patients daily, making it the foremost facility in Bangladesh for diabetic patient care. BIRDEM General Hospital employs a range of treatments to manage diabetes, emphasizing the significance of a healthy diet as well as manage to bottom down the sugar level of human blood. Nutrition education and counseling play a vital role in guiding patients toward informed decisions. Regular ‘foot examinations’ and interventions are crucial for averting diabetes-related complications. Addressing kidney disease, nerve damage, vision issues, and heart ailments requires tailored therapeutic approaches. A diabetic-friendly diet focuses on stabilizing the sugar level of blood by regulating the intake of proteins, carbohydrates, and fats, aiming to mitigate the possibilities of complications like heart problems, kidney impairment, and damages of nerve.