Managing diabetes is not just about taking medication—it’s about maintaining a delicate balance in your daily life. From food choices to stress levels, everything can influence your blood sugar. One major factor that often goes unnoticed is substance abuse, including…
Continue ReadingIt is the average blood glucose level of the past 3 months. It is measured as a percentage. What is the basis of HbA1c: The red cells in our blood contain a protein called hemoglobin. The glucose in the blood binds…
Continue ReadingType one diabetics are more prone to hypoglycemia. Always keep sweets with you if you have warning signs, like palpation, hunger, too much sweating , not wait to check the glucometer take the sweets. Family teaching: Weather its type I…
Continue ReadingBy: Dr. Syeda Arzinda Fatima It is the average blood glucose level of the past 3 months. It is measured as a percentage. What is the basis of HbA1c: The red cells in our blood contain a protein called hemoglobin. The glucose…
Continue ReadingBy: Dr. Syeda Arzinda Fatima Ketones are chemicals produced in the body when stored fat is used as a source of energy by the body. This happens when there is not enough glucose for energy available or body can not use…
Continue ReadingHyperglycemia means high blood sugar level. When diabetes is poorly managed blood glucose level remains high and it can lead to various complications of diabetes. What are the causes? Inadequate insulin dose Less exercise Diet is more than what is…
Continue ReadingBy: Dr. Syeda Arzinda Fatima It means very low blood glucose level. Blood glucose level <70mg/dl requires management. If it goes untreated you can become unconscious. Frequent hypoglycemia episodes show that you need to revise your treatment. What are the Symptoms? When…
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