Elevated blood glucose levels characterize a diabetic condition, which can cause a variety of health complications if not managed well. This condition stems from the body’s inability to produce sufficient insulin, a hormone synthesized by the pancreas, or to use insulin effectively. Insulin is crucial in transporting glucose from the bloodstream into the cells, where it’s used as energy. Inadequate insulin production or usage prevents glucose from reaching the cells, causing it to accumulate in the bloodstream instead.
Maintaining high blood glucose levels can cause a variety of long-term health problems. Although there’s no cure for diabetes, proper management can help individuals manage their condition and maintain their health. At Make You Well, we offer comprehensive primary care services tailored for individuals with diabetes. Our healthcare team is dedicated to monitoring blood glucose levels and ensuring they remain within a healthy range to prevent complications.
Diabetes manifests in several forms, affecting many individuals in Colleyville and beyond, each requiring specific management strategies. At Make You Well, we’re committed to assisting our patients in managing their diabetes effectively, thereby avoiding potentially life-threatening complications.
The main types of diabetes include
Type 1 diabetes is a condition in which the body cannot produce insulin because the immune system attacks and destroys insulin-producing cells in the pancreas. It is usually diagnosed in children and young adults but can develop at any age. People with type 1 diabetes need to take daily insulin injections to stay alive.
Type 2 diabetes involves the body not producing sufficient insulin or not using it efficiently. This type can develop at any age, including during childhood, but primarily affects middle-aged and older adults. Type 2 diabetes is the most common type of diabetes that affects people worldwide.
We invite residents of Colleyville and the surrounding areas to Make You Well for a consultation on diabetes management. Our team supports your journey toward a healthier life with diabetes.
Pre-diabetes means your blood sugar levels are elevated but have not yet reached the threshold for Type 2 diabetes. Without intervention, many people with pre-diabetes progress to Type 2 within 5–10 years. The encouraging news is that pre-diabetes is often reversible—studies show that weight loss of 5–7% of body weight, combined with increased physical activity, can prevent or significantly delay progression to Type 2 diabetes.
The A1C (glycated hemoglobin) test measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2–3 months and is the primary tool for monitoring diabetes management. Patients with well-controlled diabetes typically have their A1C checked twice a year; those with poorly controlled levels may need quarterly testing. Make You Well in Colleyville includes A1C monitoring as part of ongoing diabetes care.
Yes. Losing even a modest amount of weight—5 to 10% of body weight—can significantly improve blood sugar control, reduce A1C, decrease medication needs, and in some cases support remission of Type 2 diabetes. Our medical weight loss program, which may include Semaglutide (Ozempic/Wegovy), B12 MIC injections, and personalized nutrition guidance, is supervised by our providers with your overall health, including diabetes management, in mind.
Diabetes can cause nerve damage (neuropathy) and reduced circulation in the feet, making injuries difficult to feel and slow to heal. Daily foot inspection for cuts, blisters, redness, or swelling is essential. Wear properly fitting shoes, keep feet clean and moisturized (but not between the toes), trim toenails straight across, and never walk barefoot. Seek care promptly for any foot wound—even small ones can become serious in diabetic patients.
