Question 1

Do mothers with gestational diabetes deliver early?

Accepted Answer

Babies of GDM mothers may have more birth weight, preterm birth and respiratory distress, low blood sugar shortly after birth and hypoglycemic seizures, still birth and obesity/ diabetes later in their life.

Question 2

How does diabetes increase the risk of a heart attack or stroke?

Accepted Answer

With time, raised blood sugar levels can damage the blood vessels and nerves that control the heart. Additionally, people with diabetes are also more likely to have other conditions that raise the risk for heart disease/ stroke such as high blood pressure and deranged cholesterol or triglyceride levels.

Question 3

What are the causes of kidney failure in young children?

Accepted Answer

Common causes include birth defects, hereditary diseases, infection, nephrotic syndrome, systemic diseases, trauma
and urine blockage or reflux

Question 4

Can diabetic patients eat pineapple?

Accepted Answer

Pineapple is rich in fibre and is fat free, so its good to eat in moderation.

Question 5

What will happen if my sugar level is always above 300?

Accepted Answer

Persistent high sugars increase the risk of organ damage and complications of Diabetes mellitus. Sometimes, patient may even land up in emergency such as diabetic ketoacidosis.

Question 6

Which organs produce insulin hormones?

Accepted Answer

The pancreas,produces insulin. Insulin production is regulated based on blood sugar levels and other hormones in the body.

Do mothers with gestational diabetes deliver early?

Do mothers with gestational diabetes deliver early?

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Related Questions

How does diabetes increase the risk of a heart attack or stroke?

What are the causes of kidney failure in young children?

Can diabetic patients eat pineapple?

What will happen if my sugar level is always above 300?

Which organs produce insulin hormones?

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