(HealthDay News) -- While anyone with diabetes is encouraged to check their blood sugar (glucose), frequent checks are more of a necessity for some people.

The American Diabetes Association says the following people should check their blood glucose levels frequently:

• Anyone who uses insulin or medication to treat diabetes.
• People who are undergoing intensive insulin therapy.
• Pregnant women with diabetes.
• Anyone with difficulty regulating blood glucose.
• People who have very low blood glucose or diabetes-related ketones.
• Anyone whose blood glucose tends to drop without warning.