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NO and is dangerous unless you control diabetes well. Diabetes, often referred to by doctors as diabetes mellitus, describes a group of metabolic diseases in which the person has high blood glucose (blood sugar), either because insulin production is inadequate, or because the body's cells do not respond properly to insulin, or both. It is a difficult task to control blood sugar in the desired normal range. Whatever we eat is metabolised to sugar in the body to provide energy for our daily activi...more
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Gestational diabetes is a form of diabetes where the blood sugar levels of the body increase during pregnancy. When you are expecting, your body is more repellent to insulin so that a larger amount of glucose is manufactured for the baby s nourishment. However, this excess blood glucose can build up within the body which causes gestational diabetes. This can lead to health problems for both the mother and the baby. At the end of the gestational period i.e. once the baby is delivered, blood sugar...more
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Diabetes is a disease that results in an excessive amount of glucose in the blood stream. It is a metabolic disorder that leads to various symptoms such as frequent urination, thirst and increased hunger. Diabetes is primarily of two types:
Type 1 (marked by reduced secretion of insulin by the pancreas in the body)
Type 2 (caused by reduced sensitivity of the body to insulin or increased resistance to insulin).
Side effects of high amounts of glucose in the bloodstream incl...more
Type 1 (marked by reduced secretion of insulin by the pancreas in the body)
Type 2 (caused by reduced sensitivity of the body to insulin or increased resistance to insulin).
Side effects of high amounts of glucose in the bloodstream incl...more
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Diabetes is very common problem in india. 20% to 50% adults in india are having diabetes or are pre diabetic. Uncontrolled diabetes causes serious health problems like blindness, kidney failure, heart attack, paralysis etc. having knowledge about diabetes can help you detect it early and prevent complications of diabetes.
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We know that diabetes can harm your eyes, nerves, kidneys, heart and other important systems in your body. But did you know it can also cause dental and gum problems in your mouth?
The link between diabetes and oral problems is real, though lesser known. Diabetics are at a higher risk for periodontal or gum disease which is an infection of the gum and bone that hold your teeth in place.
Untreated periodontal disease can lead to pain on chewing and even tooth loss, if it s left ...more
The link between diabetes and oral problems is real, though lesser known. Diabetics are at a higher risk for periodontal or gum disease which is an infection of the gum and bone that hold your teeth in place.
Untreated periodontal disease can lead to pain on chewing and even tooth loss, if it s left ...more
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There are many problems that come along with Diabetes. Such problems are associated with the foot. These foot problems may be infectious which makes it difficult for a person to walk.
Let s know some of the common foot problems associated with Diabetes.
Diabetic Neuropathy -
When the diabetes is not being managed successfully by medication it can affect the nerves. Damaged nerves in the feet or legs result in diabetic neuropathy. When there is no sensation of pain, he...more
Let s know some of the common foot problems associated with Diabetes.
Diabetic Neuropathy -
When the diabetes is not being managed successfully by medication it can affect the nerves. Damaged nerves in the feet or legs result in diabetic neuropathy. When there is no sensation of pain, he...more
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Diabetes alters the metabolism and functioning of almost entire body system. The most important targets are the circulatory and nervous system, leading to peripheral vascular disease and neuropathy. Diabetic foot is the result of a combination of these two factors in the feet altered/reduced blood flow to the feet combined with reduced sensation.
Neuropathy: When the sugar levels are poorly controlled, then the nerves in the legs are damaged, leading to reduced or absence of sensation...more
Neuropathy: When the sugar levels are poorly controlled, then the nerves in the legs are damaged, leading to reduced or absence of sensation...more
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