What are some common feelings about starting insulin therapy?
Although your doctor has decided that insulin is an appropriate treatment for you, many people* may still have questions and concerns about starting on therapy. Some of the most commonly cited ones include:1
A want to try all
other options first
Believe diabetes
is getting worse
Scared of
needle pain
Worried about
weight gain
*From a study conducted in people with type 2 diabetes.1
But whether it’s the belief that their diabetes is getting worse, having questions about starting a medication that requires an injection or concerns about potential side effects, one of the best ways to overcome barriers is to talk about them.
Speaking with a Credentialled Diabetes Educator may help
Three ways to ease concerns about starting insulin therapy are:2
Understand the
benefits of insulin
Alleviate injection
concerns
Work collaboratively with
healthcare provider
Credentialled Diabetes Educators (CDEs) are a great resource for support, advice, and encouragement— and an integral part of your healthcare team. They can provide personalised tips and guidance that save you time and improve knowledge on topics such as:
- how insulin works,
- sick day management,
- blood glucose monitoring,
- and so much more!
