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Can heatwaves cause headaches?
Dear Reader, I understand the intense heat in Noida, with temperatures reaching up to 50 degrees Celsius. Commuting daily in such conditions can indeed be challenging. Regarding your concern, yes, a heatwave can contribute to headaches, but it's not the sole factor. Headaches during a heatwave mayRead more
Dear Reader,
I understand the intense heat in Noida, with temperatures reaching up to 50 degrees Celsius. Commuting daily in such conditions can indeed be challenging.
Regarding your concern, yes, a heatwave can contribute to headaches, but it’s not the sole factor. Headaches during a heatwave may stem from prolonged exposure to heat and bright sunlight, dehydration, and fluctuations in blood pressure.
Let me share some tips that can help you:
Take care of your diet and nutrition. Check your BP and blood sugar levels. Visit a doctor to rule out other possible causes of recurrent headaches and follow their advice.
I hope the temperature drops down soon. Till then take good care of yourself to stay safe from heat wave.
Hope this helps
Wish you good health.
See lessWhat measures should I adopt to protect myself from the heatwave and maintain my well-being?
Dear reader, I understand your concern. Infact, during my college days, I too faced the problem of feeling low and tired during summers.This usually happens due to dehydration and a drop in BP. I always carried ORS with me during my clinical postings to manage this. However with every passing year,Read more
Dear reader,
I understand your concern. Infact, during my college days, I too faced the problem of feeling low and tired during summers.This usually happens due to dehydration and a drop in BP. I always carried ORS with me during my clinical postings to manage this. However with every passing year, the summers are getting extreme causing us to bear the brunt of heatwaves.
I have collated some easy to follow tips for you to stay safe from heat waves-
Hope this helps.
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Is Type 2 diabetes reversal possible? If yes, then what are the measures I need…
Reversal of Type 2 diabetes is possible. To reverse diabetes, you would have to bring down the blood glucose level to an acceptable range so that you don’t require insulin or medication support. You can follow these tips to reverse your diabetes: Contact a dietician to get on a low-calorie dieRead more
Reversal of Type 2 diabetes is possible. To reverse diabetes, you would have to bring down the blood glucose level to an acceptable range so that you don’t require insulin or medication support. You can follow these tips to reverse your diabetes:
If on medication, please do not stop or alter your medication without the doctor’s approval, even if your sugar comes at the normal range.
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See lessMy husband and I are both Type 1 diabetics? We are planning for a baby….
Type 1 Diabetes (T1DM) is associated with genetic factors, but the exact pattern is unknown. If you and your partner have T1DM, then both of you carry individual risks for the baby to develop the same disease. Further, the risk cannot be avoided by surrogacy, as the chances are that the baby may devRead more
Type 1 Diabetes (T1DM) is associated with genetic factors, but the exact pattern is unknown. If you and your partner have T1DM, then both of you carry individual risks for the baby to develop the same disease. Further, the risk cannot be avoided by surrogacy, as the chances are that the baby may develop the same condition since your genes will be transmitted to the baby in the process of fertilisation.
See lessSurrogacy, a lot of times, is the last option for women with Type 1 Diabetes mellitus because it is associated with a lot of fetus growth-related complications like miscarriages, birth defects, preterm delivery, stillbirth, and agenesis of organs. Plus, the mother has to take more than usual amounts of insulin to provide nutrition to the fetus.
Thus, it’s best to consult your diabetologist and gynaecologist if you have severe Type 1 diabetes to check if you should go for conception or surrogacy. Make sure you know all the options available.
I have had Type-2 diabetes for two years. I am regular with my diabetes medicines….
Type 2 diabetes involves having excess blood glucose. This is because the body does not produce enough insulin or respond to the insulin produced, known as insulin resistance. You may face additional risks by drinking alcohol if you have Type 2 diabetes. People on insulin or anti-diabetic medicinesRead more
Type 2 diabetes involves having excess blood glucose. This is because the body does not produce enough insulin or respond to the insulin produced, known as insulin resistance.
You may face additional risks by drinking alcohol if you have Type 2 diabetes. People on insulin or anti-diabetic medicines may experience a temporary drop in low blood sugar levels. Alcohol may reduce your body’s ability to recover when your blood sugar levels fall.
While alcohol can decrease your blood sugar levels, it should not be misunderstood as a benefit. WHO clearly states that there is no safe level of drinking alcohol. It may increase your risk of cancers, obesity, heart diseases, mental illnesses, organ damage and more.
Alcohol may also cause weight gain. Drinking alcohol is not at all advised. A psychiatrist may help you quit the habit of drinking alcohol. It is important to measure your sugar levels regularly and consult your diabetologist.
Read more about glycemic index.
See lessCan I use BGR-34 for my father, who has had diabetes Type 2 for the…
BGR-34 falls under the category of ayurvedic medications. Thus, consultation by an ayurvedic physician is necessary if you wish to incorporate it into the treatment. Treatment under allopathy does not recommend BGR-34 as an alternate treatment option. Please avoid altering or adding anything new toRead more
BGR-34 falls under the category of ayurvedic medications. Thus, consultation by an ayurvedic physician is necessary if you wish to incorporate it into the treatment.
Treatment under allopathy does not recommend BGR-34 as an alternate treatment option.
Please avoid altering or adding anything new to the current line of medication without your doctor’s approval.
Further, proper monitoring of blood sugar levels along with daily exercise and intake of a healthy diet can help manage both diabetes and heart conditions. You can take help from a nutritionist for the dietary changes.
Routine blood investigations from time to time at least once in three months can also help in managing the conditions better.
Reference-Davidson textbook of medicine
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B8VbbFBwhaS8a2ZlaXllMGNwMmc/view
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See lessMy wife has been diagnosed with Type-2 diabetes. She is taking Glycomet GP 1 and…
It is essential to consult the doctor if you are unsatisfied with the current prescription and want to change. The doctor will take into account factors like age, the onset of diabetes, sugar levels, and HbA1c levels before starting on any new medicines. Strictly adhere to the medicines as prescribeRead more
It is essential to consult the doctor if you are unsatisfied with the current prescription and want to change. The doctor will take into account factors like age, the onset of diabetes, sugar levels, and HbA1c levels before starting on any new medicines.
Strictly adhere to the medicines as prescribed by your doctor. Take them in the correct dosage and duration as prescribed. Avoid switching medicines or self-medicating. Diabetes is an ongoing disease. Its management is also an ongoing process.
Management of diabetes Type-2 involves regulation of blood sugar. It is important to maintain blood sugar levels to avoid complications of diabetes.
The normal random blood sugar levels for diabetes Type-2 ranges between 72 and 126 mg/dl. Diet and exercise also play a major role in the management of diabetes.
Read more about glycemic index.
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