Therapy in type 2 diabetes: A logical empiricism - based approach

Abstract

There is ongoing debate about the relevance of the ‘guideline approach,” vis-a-vis the “pathophysiologic approach” in the management of diabetes. However, it is disheartening to note that both these stands neglects the most important people involved in diabetes management: The person with diabetes, the family, and the treating physician. We discuss a logical empiricism based approach for diabetes care in this brief communication.

Guidelines - insulin - oral hypoglycemic agents

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