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Blood Sugar Monitoring at St. Hope Healthcare: Taking Control of Your Diabetes

Importance of Blood Sugar Monitoring

By consistently tracking blood sugar levels throughout the day, patients can observe patterns and trends, enabling them to identify how their body responds to various factors such as food intake, physical activity and medication. This allows for a better understanding of the effectiveness of their diabetes management strategies.

Regular blood sugar monitoring can also help the timely detection and prevention of episodes of hypo or hyperglycemia, which can have serious health consequences if left untreated.

At St. Hope Healthcare, we’re committed to helping diabetic patients in Houston understand not just their condition but how to effectively monitor their blood sugar throughout the day to prevent avoidable complications. We can explain the many modern technologies and methods for testing and help you find the blood sugar monitoring approach that best meets your needs.  

Methods of Blood Sugar Monitoring

At St. Hope Healthcare, we educate patients on and can prescribe various methods of blood sugar monitoring to accommodate different needs and preferences. Some of these methods include:

• Self-Monitoring of Blood Glucose (SMBG): SMBG involves using a portable glucose meter to measure blood sugar levels from a small drop of blood obtained by pricking the fingertip. Patients can perform SMBG at home or even on the go to monitor their blood sugar levels throughout the day. This allows them to make real-time adjustments to their treatment plan as needed.

• Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM): CGM systems utilize a small sensor inserted under the skin to continuously monitor glucose levels in the interstitial fluid. The sensor transmits data to a receiver, and a connected smartphone app can provide real-time information about blood sugar trends and patterns. CGM allows for more consistent blood sugar monitoring without the need to self-administer. The data can also provide valuable insights into how diet, exercise and other factors affect a person’s blood sugar levels over time.

• Urine Glucose Testing: Urine glucose testing involves using special test strips to detect the presence of glucose in the urine. While this method was once commonly used for monitoring blood sugar levels, it is now considered less accurate and reliable compared to other methods such as SMBG and CGM.



• Flash Glucose Monitoring (FGM): Flash glucose monitoring is a relatively new method that involves wearing a small sensor on the skin that continuously measures glucose levels in the interstitial fluid. Unlike CGM, which transmits data in real-time, FGM sensors store glucose data that can be scanned with a handheld reader or smartphone app. This method offers the convenience of continuous monitoring without the need for regular fingerstick tests and provides insights into glucose trends over a period of time.

Empowering Houston Patients with Knowledge and Support at St. Hope Healthcare

At St. Hope Healthcare, we believe that patients with diabetes should take an active role in managing their condition. That’s why our team of healthcare professionals provides education, training and ongoing support to help patients effectively monitor their blood sugar levels and make informed decisions about their health.



We also offer personalized guidance on blood sugar monitoring techniques, interpretation of blood sugar readings and other useful strategies for achieving optimal blood sugar control.

Manage Your Diabetes With Blood Sugar Monitoring at St. Hope Healthcare

If you’re looking to manage your diabetes with blood sugar monitoring, St. Hope Healthcare is at your service. Our empathetic and compassionate healthcare professionals will not only provide different methods of blood sugar monitoring but also educate patients on ways they can cope with diabetes in their daily lives.

Give us a call today at (713) 778-1300 with any questions, or schedule your appointment right here on our website. Start your diabetes management journey with St. Hope Healthcare and lead a happier and healthier life.