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I am a 51 years old man. I have had diabetes (type-2) for the past…
A 2D echocardiography, also known as 2D echo, is a test used to check the functioning of your heart. It creates images of different sections of the heart. It helps to check for heart damage and blood flow. An angiography may help identify blockages in the blood vessels, which can lead to a heart attRead more
A 2D echocardiography, also known as 2D echo, is a test used to check the functioning of your heart. It creates images of different sections of the heart. It helps to check for heart damage and blood flow. An angiography may help identify blockages in the blood vessels, which can lead to a heart attack. The development of a fatty and waxy substance in the blood vessels is called plaque.
This is a common type of heart disease in diabetic people. Kindly consult your doctor with your angiography and 2-D echo reports. They will weigh the risks and benefits and advise you further.
Before taking you up for surgery, your doctor may advise you to control your blood sugar levels. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly. Careful attention to lowering cholesterol levels, maintaining proper weight, and exercising may help in preventing blockage. Speak to a doctor about a suitable diet and exercise plan for you.
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Dabur GlycoDab Tablet is an Ayurvedic medicine that has natural ingredients like Karavallaka, Jambu, Amra, Meshashringi. However, there is no proven evidence of whether these ingredients lower blood sugar levels in Type 1 diabetes mellitus. Please note that Type 1 diabetes mellitus is a genetic condRead more
Dabur GlycoDab Tablet is an Ayurvedic medicine that has natural ingredients like Karavallaka, Jambu, Amra, Meshashringi. However, there is no proven evidence of whether these ingredients lower blood sugar levels in Type 1 diabetes mellitus.
Please note that Type 1 diabetes mellitus is a genetic condition in which there is little to no insulin production. Thus, along with a doctor prescribed insulin supplementation, a good dietary plan and exercise can help in controlling blood sugar levels.
Before starting any herbal or ayurvedic tablets, consult your kid’s diabetologist.
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Yes, there is a way to plan your diet for Type 1 diabetes. Build a daily eating routine and follow that on most days. Make sure you consume a balanced diet with adequate amounts of protein, fibres, healthy fats (nuts and seeds) and carbohydrates. Prefer foods with a low glycemic index (foods that reRead more
Yes, there is a way to plan your diet for Type 1 diabetes. Build a daily eating routine and follow that on most days. Make sure you consume a balanced diet with adequate amounts of protein, fibres, healthy fats (nuts and seeds) and carbohydrates. Prefer foods with a low glycemic index (foods that release little sugar in your body) and do not have added sugar.
Limit the intake of foods having simple carbohydrates, for example, sweetened drinks, desserts, etc. Add lots of vegetables to your diet. Pick watery and citrus fruits instead of fruits that may put a high sugar load on your body. Avoid highly refined cereals, oily and fried food.
Type 1 diabetes is caused due to a deficiency of insulin. Taking insulin injections as recommended by your doctor is a must to manage Type 1 diabetes. But, your diet can certainly help you in better managing your condition.Manage your body weight in healthy range and learn about any particular diet restrictions if advised by your doctor
Also, keep records of your blood sugar and note foods that increase your sugar levels. Finally, along with food, exercise can also help you manage your Type 1 diabetes.
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Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune condition. In Type 1 diabetes, your immune cells destroy pancreatic tissues. This destruction of pancreatic tissues results in a lack of insulin. Type 1 diabetes mostly affects children and younger people. What triggers this abnormal immune response in type 1 diabeteRead more
Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune condition. In Type 1 diabetes, your immune cells destroy pancreatic tissues. This destruction of pancreatic tissues results in a lack of insulin. Type 1 diabetes mostly affects children and younger people.
What triggers this abnormal immune response in type 1 diabetes is not understood. Why it happens only in some people is also not clear. Siblings of people with Type 1 diabetes are at high risk of Type 1 diabetes, but all of them do not develop it.
It has been found that Type 1 diabetes might arise due to faulty genetics or some infection.
There seems to be a small increase in the number of people affected by Type 1 diabetes over the last few decades, although the disease still remains rare. The reason for this slight increase in Type 1 diabetes is also unknown.
As long as there are many unknown aspects of Type 1 diabetes, it would remain difficult to prevent Type 1 diabetes from developing. What we can still prevent in Type 1 diabetes is complications. With adequate treatment and care, people with Type 1 diabetes can lead a near-normal life.
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While Type 1 diabetes is insulin-dependent diabetes that typically affects children, and people with Type 1 have to take insulin injections to make up for the lack of insulin, Type 2 diabetes is non-insulin-dependent diabetes and is very common in adults. In Type 1, the body's immune system destroysRead more
While Type 1 diabetes is insulin-dependent diabetes that typically affects children, and people with Type 1 have to take insulin injections to make up for the lack of insulin, Type 2 diabetes is non-insulin-dependent diabetes and is very common in adults.
In Type 1, the body’s immune system destroys its own insulin-producing cells in the pancreas. It is relatively rare and genetically inherited. Type 2 is usually lifestyle driven.
Although Type 2 and milder than Type 1, it can still cause serious health complications, especially in obese patients.
Even though neither Type 1 nor Type 2 diabetes has a permanent cure, you can reverse Type 2 diabetes through lifestyle changes like a balanced diet and adequate exercise. Type 1 diabetes cannot be reversed. It can only be managed.
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There is a half-truth amongst people that wine and alcohol are good for health to some extent. But, this does not work for patients with diabetes. Alcohol has both short term and long term complications in diabetes. Short term complication is diabetes. Long term complications involve AtherosclerosisRead more
There is a half-truth amongst people that wine and alcohol are good for health to some extent. But, this does not work for patients with diabetes. Alcohol has both short term and long term complications in diabetes. Short term complication is diabetes. Long term complications involve Atherosclerosis (plaque in arteries).
In Type 2 diabetes, there is already insulin resistance. Consuming alcohol will cause a preferential breakdown. Alcohol will not allow other carbohydrates to be broken. Therefore, less glucose will be available in the body. This can create a possibility of developing Hypoglycemia (low sugar episode). Hence, it is recommended to avoid alcohol in diabetes.
Diabetes and alcohol both are involved in promoting Atherosclerosis. In this process, the blood vessels get narrowed from inside. Thus blood flow to the major organs decreases. The brain is usually involved. A person may end up developing a stroke based on the amount of alcohol they consume. The heart can also be affected. Changing your habits is always helpful.
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Metformin helps reduce insulin resistance in diabetes. Insulin resistance is characteristic of Type 2 Diabetes, and it develops over time with increased blood sugar levels. However, Type 1 Diabetes can also develop insulin resistance if blood sugar levels have been above normal limits for a loRead more
Metformin helps reduce insulin resistance in diabetes. Insulin resistance is characteristic of Type 2 Diabetes, and it develops over time with increased blood sugar levels.
However, Type 1 Diabetes can also develop insulin resistance if blood sugar levels have been above normal limits for a long time. This condition is sometimes called double diabetes.
Some experts believe that Metformin can be given to people with Type 1 Diabetes without insulin resistance as it may help manage blood sugar levels better. But some don’t believe in this practice. They only prescribe Metformin if you have developed insulin resistance.
Studies also suggest that Metformin can be useful in Type 1 diabetes patients for the following reasons:
It is best to consult with your doctor and follow his instructions while taking medication for diabetes. You may or may not be prescribed Metformin.
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