A small revolution in the daily life of diabetics. A 54-year-old patient from Montpellier tested what could in the future replace finger pricks used to regulate blood sugar. A small sensor placed under the skin is connected to a portable insulin pump, itself controlled by a smartphone box. In concrete terms, how does that work ? The tiny device placed under the skin constantly measures the blood sugar level. The smartphone analyzes this data and sends the pump the dose of insulin needed to keep the sugar level at a normal level. A self-regulation system that is much less restrictive than current sensors, since the diabetic can lead his life normally without worrying about his injections. Especially at night, people with diabetes will no longer have to fear hypoglycemia, judges Professor Renard, doctor in Montpellier at the origin of this invention. >> To read also “Diabetes, the keys to treat it well”
Other experiments to come
The number of French people suffering from diabetes is estimated at 3 million. This discovery therefore opens up new perspectives in the management of this disease. Patience however, the concept is only at the stage of experimentation. Other trials will be carried out on eight diabetic patients in Montpellier and Padua, an Italian city where the insulin box has been tested with the same success.
Diabetics will have to wait a few more years before they can reap the benefits of this “artificial pancreas”. >> Everything you need to know about diabetes, tips for living well with it on a daily basis.
Eating a balanced diet is the key to preventing diabetes. We favor slow sugars that is to say with a low glycemic index, we avoid bad fats by favoring olive oil, white meats and fish and we remain reasonable on desserts. Topsanté.com gives you all the nutri tips to avoid eating too sweet and prevent too sudden secretions of insulin.
