glükoosikõver

Glükoosikõver is an Estonian term that translates to "glucose curve" in English. It refers to a graphical representation of blood glucose levels over a period of time, typically used in the management and monitoring of diabetes. This curve illustrates how blood sugar fluctuates in response to factors such as food intake, physical activity, medication, and stress.

Healthcare professionals use glükoosikõver to assess the effectiveness of a diabetes treatment plan. By analyzing the patterns and peaks and troughs on the curve, doctors can identify trends, such as post-meal hyperglycemia or nocturnal hypoglycemia, and make necessary adjustments to insulin dosages, oral medications, or lifestyle recommendations. Patients often monitor their blood glucose at regular intervals and record the readings, which are then plotted to create the curve.

Modern continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) devices have made the creation of glükoosikõver more dynamic, providing real-time data and trend arrows. This allows for more immediate interventions and a deeper understanding of glycemic variability. The glükoosikõver is a vital tool in understanding an individual's glucose metabolism and optimizing diabetes care to prevent long-term complications.