Diabetes Management

Family Medical Practice of North Mississippi offers diabetes management for type 2 diabetics and those with prediabetes who are genetically predisposed or have an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes. We offer a number of services for our diabetic patients, including:

  • Diagnosing diabetes with onsite lab testing for glucose and Hemoglobin A1c

  • Free Diabetes Education classes for our patients with either diabetes or pre-diabetes and their families who want to learn more about improving the disease and their overall health.

  • Health and wellness plans for diabetics

  • Weight-loss visits

  • Advanced lab and cardiovascular testing to evaluate and monitor the harmful effects of diabetes

  • Prescriptions and refills for diabetes medications and supplies

  • Routine wellness checkups to prevent and treat other commonly associated chronic conditions

If you’re looking for a primary care physician in DeSoto County, MS to help you control your diabetes, or if you’re concerned you may have diabetes and would like to receive testing, schedule an appointment today.


Symptoms of Diabetes

Undiagnosed diabetes often includes an array of symptoms to watch out for. Diabetes warning signs include:

  • Sudden, frequent urination

  • Frequent thirst

  • Frequent, increased hunger

  • Unexplained weight loss

  • Blurry vision

  • Sudden loss of vision

  • Nausea or vomiting

  • Irritability

  • Wounds that are infected or slow to heal

What should I do if I think I have diabetes?

If you are experiencing symptoms of diabetes and are concerned you may have it, schedule an appointment with a primary care physician or healthcare provider as soon as possible. If left untreated, diabetes can lead to vision loss, organ failure, and other life-threatening complications.

If you are concerned you are at risk for developing diabetes, eating a healthy diet low in carbohydrates and sugar and high in protein can help manage your blood sugar levels. Routine exercise, at least 30 minutes five times per week, can also drastically reduce your chances of developing diabetes.

Should I see a primary care physician for diabetes even if I have an endocrinologist?

Yes, we recommend scheduling routine visits with your family care provider even if you have an endocrinologist you regularly visit. Your endocrinologist and primary care physician work together to not only help you manage your diabetes, but also the multiple other common conditions that occur both alongside and as a result of diabetes.

How can my primary care physician help?

Your primary care physician is an essential part of your diabetes management plan. We help prevent the many possible complications associated with diabetes and the common chronic conditions that frequently occur with it. We can help prevent complications such as infections and arterial disease by performing routine foot exams, checking blood flow, ordering routine labs and other important preventative measures. If you’re looking for a primary care physician to help you manage your diabetes, schedule an appointment to meet one of our providers today, or learn more about our team.