Making the Choice

Do you have type 2 diabetes? Have you and your healthcare team talked about adding insulin as part of your diabetes treatment plan? You want to make the choice that's right for you. It may seem like a difficult decision, but it's an important one.

That's why talking to your doctor is so important. This section is about getting information, overcoming your fears and talking with your healthcare team about insulin.

Making the Choice splits important info into five, easy-to-read pages. On the following pages, you'll find:

• Learning About Insulin – Read a brief review of insulin and why it may be important to your blood sugar control.
• Overcoming Insulin Fears – You're not the only one to have anxieties. Discover the truth behind some fears and myths about insulin.
• Changing Lifestyles – Most people think taking insulin means an end to their normal routine or unwanted changes to their lifestyle. Easy-to-use insulin pens make taking insulin convenient. Learn what changes may be required and what you should keep doing. The answers may surprise you!
• Features of Insulin – Learn how adding insulin to your diabetes treatment plan might help you control your blood sugar.
• Discussing Insulin – You may still have questions, but are unsure how to start talking to your doctor. Get some tips on how to discuss insulin. And create your own customized guide to help you discuss insulin with your doctor.