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Diabetes Life & General Practitioner

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Diabetes Life & General Practitioner

Diabetes Life & General Practitioner are trusted family doctors with a special interest in diabetes care and management.

Dr Nadia M Joubert completed her studies at The University of Pretoria in 2006 and did two years of internship at One Military Hospital. She did her community service at the Steve Biko Academic Hospital. While working in the Emergency Department of Steve Biko Academic Hospital, Dr Joubert completed her diploma in Emergency Medicine. She also received a Post Graduate Diploma with Distinction in Diabetes at the University of South Wales. In addition, she worked for two years at a diabetic practice before starting her practice treating people with diabetes. Dr Nadia Joubert is a trusted general practitioner and family doctor with a special interest in diabetes care and management. Sister Louise Pywell is a Diabetic Educator and part of the practice, together with Dr Engela Niesing. Our Diabetes Care Services Include:

Management of Adults with Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes
Insulin Pump Initiation and Management
Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) Initiation and Management

Our General Practitioner Services Include:

Acute & Chronic Conditions
Annual Health & Occupational Assessments
Contraception incl. Mirena, Implanon, Injection
ECG's & Stress ECG's
Female Health - Pap Smear, Hormonal Tests
Insurance Medicals
Men's Health and Screening Tests
Minor Surgical Procedures - Incisions, Suturing, Mole Excision
Vitamin Drips
We Accept Most Medical Aids

21/02/2026

Even a simple cold or flu can affect your blood sugar levels. When your body is fighting an infection, it releases stress hormones that make it harder for insulin to work properly. This can cause unexpected spikes, even if you’re eating less than usual.

During illness, it’s important to monitor your blood sugar more frequently, stay hydrated, and continue your medication unless your doctor advises otherwise. Ignoring high readings while sick can lead to complications.

If your sugar remains very high, you are vomiting, or you feel unusually weak, please consult a doctor promptly for proper medical advice.

18/02/2026

If you find yourself needing to urinate more often, especially at night, it could be a sign that your blood sugar levels are elevated. When glucose levels rise above a certain threshold, the kidneys work harder to remove excess glucose through urine. This can lead to frequent urination, dehydration, and increased thirst.

Many people mistake this for simply drinking too much water, but it’s often the other way around; high sugar levels make you thirsty.

If you notice ongoing frequent urination together with thirst or fatigue, it’s important to check your blood sugar and consult a doctor for proper assessment.

16/02/2026

Many people don’t realise that diabetes and oral health are strongly connected. High blood sugar can increase the risk of gum infections, bleeding gums, bad breath, and slow healing after dental procedures. At the same time, untreated gum disease can make blood sugar harder to control.

This creates a cycle where one condition worsens the other. That’s why regular dental check-ups, good brushing and flossing habits, and stable blood sugar control are all important parts of diabetes care.

If you’re experiencing bleeding gums, loose teeth, or persistent mouth discomfort, it’s important to see a dentist and consult your doctor for proper evaluation.

15/02/2026

Many people focus only on what they eat when managing diabetes, but blood sugar is influenced by much more than meals. Sleep quality, stress levels, physical activity, medication timing, illness, pain, and even dehydration all play a role in how your glucose behaves.

This is why two days with the same meals can produce very different readings. Understanding these factors helps explain why numbers can change and why management requires a whole-body approach.

If your sugar levels remain unpredictable despite careful eating, it’s important to consult a doctor so all contributing factors can be reviewed together.💙

14/02/2026

Many people living with diabetes feel frustrated by the ups and downs. One day, your readings look good, and you feel in control, and the next day, your sugar is higher, and your body feels off, even though you haven’t changed much.

Diabetes management is not about perfection. It’s influenced by sleep, stress, illness, pain, hormones, activity, and even emotions. A single high or low reading doesn’t define your progress or mean you’re failing.

What matters most is noticing patterns over time and responding with care, not blame. If your days start to feel more difficult or unpredictable, it’s important to consult a doctor so your management plan can be reviewed and adjusted safely.💙

11/02/2026

Many people feel discouraged when their doctor suggests changing or adjusting diabetes medication. It can feel like you’ve failed, especially when you’re eating carefully, taking your medication, and trying your best.

Diabetes can change over time. Your body’s response to insulin may shift, stress levels can increase, weight can change, and other health conditions can develop. A treatment plan that worked well before may simply need fine-tuning to support your body where it is now.

Needing a medication review is not a setback; it’s a normal and important part of good diabetes care. If your sugar levels are changing or you’re not feeling well, it’s a sign that your body needs attention, not criticism.

Always consult a doctor before making any changes to your medication.💙

05/02/2026

Living with diabetes can be emotionally draining. Feeling low, overwhelmed, or unmotivated doesn’t just affect your mood; it can also affect your blood sugar. Stress and low mood can raise cortisol levels, disrupt sleep, and make it harder to stick to routines such as eating regularly, moving your body, or checking your blood sugar.

This isn’t a lack of discipline; it’s the mind and body working together. Looking after your mental well-being is an important part of diabetes care.

04/02/2026

Many people are surprised to see high sugar readings first thing in the morning, even if they didn’t eat late the night before. This can happen because your body releases hormones in the early hours to help you wake up. These hormones can raise blood sugar, especially in people with diabetes.

Poor sleep, stress, late meals, or medication timing can also contribute. A single high morning reading isn’t a failure, but repeated patterns are worth paying attention to.

If your fasting blood glucose is often high, it’s important to discuss this with your doctor so your treatment plan can be reviewed safely.

03/02/2026

Many people don’t realise that ongoing pain, whether it’s from joints, nerves, teeth, or infections, can cause blood sugar levels to rise. Pain puts your body under stress, triggering the release of hormones that make it harder for insulin to work properly.

This means that even if you’re eating carefully and taking your medication, untreated pain can still affect your glucose control. That’s why it’s important not to ignore persistent pain or assume it’s “just part of diabetes.”

If you’re dealing with ongoing pain and noticing higher sugar readings, please consult a doctor so both issues can be addressed together.

02/02/2026

Constant hunger, even after eating, is something many people with diabetes struggle with. This can happen when blood sugar levels are high, and your body isn’t able to move glucose into the cells properly for energy. As a result, your body keeps signalling hunger, even though you’ve eaten.

Eating very small portions or eliminating entire food groups can sometimes exacerbate this. Balanced meals that include protein, fibre, and healthy fats help you feel full for longer and support steadier sugar levels.

If you’re often hungry, tired, or craving food despite eating regularly, it’s important to discuss this with a doctor so your treatment plan can be reviewed safely.

01/02/2026

It’s easy to feel discouraged when you hear someone say, “I don’t need medication anymore” or “My sugar is always perfect.” But diabetes doesn’t work the same way for everyone. What works for one person may not work for another because bodies, medications, stress levels, hormones, and medical histories vary.

Comparing your journey to someone else’s can lead to guilt, frustration, or unsafe choices like stopping medication on your own. The goal isn’t to copy someone else’s plan; it’s to find what works safely for you.

Focus on your own progress, your own patterns, and your own health goals. If something isn’t working, speak to a doctor rather than measuring yourself against someone else’s experience.

31/01/2026

Many people are told to “just drink more water” when their sugar is high or they feel unwell. While hydration is very important, water alone doesn’t fix everything. If your blood sugar is consistently high, your body may struggle to use glucose properly, leaving you tired, thirsty, and fatigued.

Water supports your kidneys and helps prevent dehydration, but stable blood sugar also depends on balanced meals, proper medication, regular movement, and adequate rest. If you’re drinking plenty of water but still feeling unwell or seeing high readings, it may be time for a medical review rather than pushing through.

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356 Hippo Avenue, Zwartkop
Centurion
0157

Opening Hours

Monday	08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 17:00
Thursday	08:00 - 17:00
Friday	08:00 - 13:00

Website

https://www.diabeteslifegp.co.za/

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