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My mother has Type 2 Diabetes and took Metformin 500mg until recently. She stopped…
Type 2 Diabetes can be satisfactorily controlled with oral antidiabetic drugs. In your mother’s case also, if she had not stopped the previous medicine, it might have been well controlled. Both her fasting and postprandial sugars are in the elevated range. She cannot continue the same medicine at thRead more
Type 2 Diabetes can be satisfactorily controlled with oral antidiabetic drugs. In your mother’s case also, if she had not stopped the previous medicine, it might have been well controlled. Both her fasting and postprandial sugars are in the elevated range. She cannot continue the same medicine at this level of sugar and HbA1c and must consult a diabetologist.
Also, she must regularly monitor his HbA1c as it is a bit on the higher side. If the fasting sugars before breakfast still remain more than 150, then her medicines definitely need to be adjusted by a diabetologist. Also, an antidiabetic diet is mandatory for effective blood sugar control, with physical exercise is needed. She can get a custom diet plan from a professional to control her sugar better.
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It is advisable to consume fruits with a low glycemic index. Glycemic index (GI) measures how certain foods affect your blood sugar levels. Foods lower on the GI scale raise sugar levels slowly. Some fruits with a low GI are oranges and apples, berries, tomatoes and oranges. It is essential to countRead more
It is advisable to consume fruits with a low glycemic index. Glycemic index (GI) measures how certain foods affect your blood sugar levels. Foods lower on the GI scale raise sugar levels slowly. Some fruits with a low GI are oranges and apples, berries, tomatoes and oranges.
It is essential to count the calories you eat daily when managing diabetes. Fruits contain carbohydrates, and some may raise your blood sugar. Half a medium apple or banana may contain 15 calories. Consuming about 1500-1800 calories per day is recommended for people with diabetes.Small measures can bring a huge difference in your sugar levels.
Balance proper calorie intake with medicine and lifestyle changes. It is better to talk to a dietician regarding the fruits you should be eating. Regular blood sugar monitoring is essential. If you’re cannot keep your blood sugar levels in control, talk to your doctor. Your doctor may chart out a proper diet plan for you. Talk to your doctor to know more.
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See lessIs type 1 diabetes an autoimmune disease? Or is it a genetic disease?
Hello, Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease. Autoimmune means that our immune system is acting against our body cells. In this case, our immune system targets our pancreatic cells. But, there is a more profound question, why do some people develop autoimmunity and others not? Or, why do immune cRead more
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Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease. Autoimmune means that our immune system is acting against our body cells. In this case, our immune system targets our pancreatic cells.
But, there is a more profound question, why do some people develop autoimmunity and others not? Or, why do immune cells destroy pancreatic cells in some people and not in others? Many things can trigger your immune cells to target your own body. One of them is genes.
People with type 1 diabetes have been shown to have specific genes or to lack specific genes. The presence or absence of these genes can contribute to autoimmunity in additive or multiplicative ways.
But the mere presence or absence of some specific genes is not always enough to produce type 1 diabetes. There are other contributors to the development of type 1 diabetes. But we strictly do not know what they are. These might be related to things in our environment, like viruses.
So, we do know that type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease, but its precipitating and aggravating factors are not entirely known. Genetics is undoubtedly one of them, but not the only one.
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See lessI have had Diabetes Type 2 for the past three years. I also have had…
If you wish to add any other medicine (herbal, Ayurvedic or over the counter) to your current medication for managing PCOD and diabetes, it is important to consult a doctor about it, as these medicines may react with the other medicines you may already be taking. Like diabetes, PCOD also has no cureRead more
If you wish to add any other medicine (herbal, Ayurvedic or over the counter) to your current medication for managing PCOD and diabetes, it is important to consult a doctor about it, as these medicines may react with the other medicines you may already be taking.
Like diabetes, PCOD also has no cure; it can only be managed. The management plan for PCOD depends mainly on your symptoms. Regular exercise, yoga, healthy meals, and avoiding stress are some of the methods to manage PCOD. It is advisable to seek medical advice for a personalised solution to manage PCOD.
For managing diabetes with PCOD, it is best to make dietary and lifestyle changes. The doctor may advise dietary changes depending on your height, weight, and lifestyle. This may help maintain a healthy weight, which helps manage PCOS and insulin resistance.
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See lessMy son has had diabetes Type-2 for the last three years. What is the prognosis…
Diabetes can have many different effects on you. Improper blood sugar management can lead to a range of health issues. However, if your sugar levels are in control, there is nothing much to worry about. The duration of diabetes Type-2 also determines the complications. Hypoglycemia, that is, low bloRead more
Diabetes can have many different effects on you. Improper blood sugar management can lead to a range of health issues. However, if your sugar levels are in control, there is nothing much to worry about.
The duration of diabetes Type-2 also determines the complications. Hypoglycemia, that is, low blood sugar levels, can be a complication in the short term. Diabetes is managed effectively with the help of medicines, diet and exercise.
Some long term complications of diabetes Type-2 can be increased blood pressure, vision problems, foot ulcers and increased risk of a heart attack. You may feel anxious, sweaty, and dizzy in such a condition. It is important to talk to your doctor if you feel any changes or complications in the body. Monitor your sugar levels regularly.
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See lessI have recently been diagnosed with Type-2 diabetes. I have seen my mother taking medicines…
It may not be possible to be completely cured of diabetes, but it is possible to achieve good control. With the right medication, you can normally live while intaking minimum doses of medicine. The main problem with diabetes is the inability of the cells to recognise insulin. If the insulin does notRead more
It may not be possible to be completely cured of diabetes, but it is possible to achieve good control. With the right medication, you can normally live while intaking minimum doses of medicine.
The main problem with diabetes is the inability of the cells to recognise insulin. If the insulin does not work, then the glucose from the food we eat won’t reach the cells either. So in Type-2 diabetes, medicines are required to help with this situation.
To ensure that the medication dose is minimal, you can try lifestyle changes to control the blood sugar levels. Lifestyle changes such as daily exercise, weight control, weight loss, balanced diet, and giving up vices can majorly influence blood sugar level control. This will add to the efficacy of the medicines.
Keeping a balance in all aspects is needed here. Over years if an equilibrium is maintained, glucose levels will also be maintained, and the dose of medications can be reduced. But without medication, it will be a difficult task. So there is not a complete solution for diabetes without medicines.
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See lessI am told I have Type 1 diabetes. Is there any test for that? How…
The primary test to diagnose Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes is the HbA1C (glycated haemoglobin test). This helps determine your blood sugar levels in the past three months. Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune response, where the body attacks the cells in the pancreas that make insulin. Sometimes a viral inRead more
The primary test to diagnose Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes is the HbA1C (glycated haemoglobin test). This helps determine your blood sugar levels in the past three months.
Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune response, where the body attacks the cells in the pancreas that make insulin. Sometimes a viral infection may trigger the autoimmune response.
There are blood tests and urine tests to check for antibodies common in Type 1 diabetes and may also be performed to differentiate Type 1 diabetes from Type 2. Tests like C-peptide, insulin auto-antibodies help your doctors estimate the level of insulin secreted by pancreas and thus differentiate between type 1 and type 2 diabetes.
Insugen-N is an intermediate-acting insulin that may be used along with other diabetes medications for controlling blood sugar levels in Type 1 and 2 diabetes. It is best to consult your doctor before starting any therapy for diabetes.
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