Understanding Diabetes
Diabetes is a long-term metabolic condition where the body struggles to regulate blood sugar (glucose) levels. This occurs when the pancreas doesn’t produce enough insulin or when the body becomes resistant to it. Over time, uncontrolled diabetes can affect almost every organ system — from the heart and blood vessels to the kidneys, eyes, nerves, and even the skin.
But diabetes is more than just a “sugar problem.” It can influence your mood, energy levels, hunger, sleep, immunity, and even weight management. Many people live with symptoms for months before realizing they might have a hormonal or metabolic issue.
The encouraging part? Diabetes is very manageable. With the right medical care, structured lifestyle support, and consistent monitoring, you can prevent complications and live a vibrant, active life.
Dr. Bharani Bellam’s approach focuses on empowering patients with knowledge, personalized treatment plans, and ongoing support to make diabetes care easier, sustainable, and more effective.
Symptoms of Diabetes
While some patients notice symptoms early, many experience subtle signs that can go undetected. Common symptoms include:
If you experience any of these symptoms or have a family history of diabetes, early evaluation is recommended.
Diagnosis & Treatment Approach
Your consultation begins with a complete health evaluation, including:
- Blood sugar tests (FBS, PPBS, HbA1c)
- Metabolic panel
- Lipid profile
- Kidney function tests
- Complete medical and lifestyle history
This helps identify the type of diabetes (Type 1, Type 2, LADA, MODY, Gestational Diabetes) and underlying risk factors.
Dr. Bharani creates a tailored plan based on your condition, age, lifestyle, and long-term health goals. Treatment may include:
- Oral anti-diabetic medications
- Insulin therapy
- GLP-1 agonists and modern metabolic medications
- Nutrition and lifestyle modifications
- Weight management support
- Management of associated conditions like cholesterol, hypertension, and hormonal issues
Dr. Bharani creates a tailored plan based on your condition, age, lifestyle, and long-term health goals. Treatment may include:
- Oral anti-diabetic medications
- Insulin therapy
- GLP-1 agonists and modern metabolic medications
- Nutrition and lifestyle modifications
- Weight management support
- Management of associated conditions like cholesterol, hypertension, and hormonal issues
Regular follow-ups ensure stable sugar levels and allow timely adjustments to your treatment plan. Monitoring may include:
- CGM (Continuous Glucose Monitoring)
- Monthly/quarterly blood tests
- Diet and lifestyle progress tracking
A core part of Dr. Bharani’s approach is protecting long-term health through:
- Eye screening
- Kidney health monitoring
- Nerve health evaluation
- Heart risk assessment
- Foot care and wound prevention
Dr. Bharani creates a tailored plan based on your condition, age, lifestyle, and long-term health goals. Treatment may include:
- Oral anti-diabetic medications
- Insulin therapy
- GLP-1 agonists and modern metabolic medications
- Nutrition and lifestyle modifications
- Weight management support
- Management of associated conditions like cholesterol, hypertension, and hormonal issues