HBA1C:
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 in the blood binds…
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Type 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 ReadingHBA1C (GLYCOSYLATED HEMOGLOBIN):
By: 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…
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By: 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:
Hyperglycemia 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…
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By: 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…
Continue ReadingLIVING WITH TYPE 1:
By: Dr. Muhammad Khawar Saeed Once you come to know that you have type 1 diabetes, initially it is a shocking news. But you can get over it pretty soon if you know exactly what to do. Following simple steps to…
Continue ReadingRECENTLY DIAGNOSED DIABETES:
When a person comes to know about diabetes, he feel upset and stressed out. It is very important to know how to tackle with this complex situation. Denial The first reaction on finding out that you have diabetes is often ‘denial’ that…
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