Question 1

Is 175 a high blood sugar?

Accepted Answer

It depends on the type of blood sugar test. Fasting blood sugar of 126 mg/dl or more, post prandial blood sugar of 200 or more is considered to be Diabetes.

Question 2

What are causes, symptoms, signs and treatment for diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Exact cause is unknown but most appreciated hypothesis is either low insulin or insulin resistance due to genetic +/- environmental factors. Symptoms and signs include increased thirst, extreme hunger, unexplained weight loss, frequent urination, fatigue, irritability, blurred vision, slow healing wounds, presence of ketones in urine, fruity odour and frequent infections.Treatment is either tablets or insulin to control blood sugar levels along with life style modifications (Diet + exercise).

Question 3

Is one of the symptoms of diabetes an itchy back?

Accepted Answer

Itchy skin can be a sign of diabetes especially if other symptoms are also present and blood sugar levels are elevated from prolonged time.

Question 4

Does type 1 diabetes happen later in life?

Accepted Answer

Different factors, including genetics and some viruses, may contribute to type 1 diabetes. Although type 1 diabetes usually appears during childhood or adolescence, it can develop in adults.

Question 5

What is some evidence that Pepsi Max causes diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Any beverage with added sugar such as soda can cause increase in sugar level, waist circumference, body fat and also effect insulin sensitivity / secretion.

Question 6

Is napping after lunch good for a type 2 diabetes patient?

Accepted Answer

Whether a person is Diabetic or not, either napping immediately after lunch or long napping is not good for the health.

Is 175 a high blood sugar?

Is 175 a high blood sugar?

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What are causes, symptoms, signs and treatment for diabetes?

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