Question 1

Epidemiology of Diabetes and Diabetes-Related Complications

Accepted Answer

Exact cause is unknown but most appreciated hypothesis is either low insulin or insulin resistance due to genetic +/- environmental factors. Increased risk of Heart attack/ Angina/ Stroke, Nerve damage, Kidney damage, Gastroparesis (Nausea/ vomiting) Diarrhea or constipation, Eye damage - blindness, Increased risk of cataract and glaucoma, Foot damage/ amputations, Skin infections, Increased risk of Alzheimer's disease/ Depression/ Hearing impairment.

Question 2

Can changing their lifestyle and level of exercise help diabetics?

Accepted Answer

Leading a better lifestyle in the form of avoiding excessive sugar/ fats, high fibre foods, breaking sedentary life and regular physical activity helps in lowering the blood sugar 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

Are figs good for a diabetic patients?

Accepted Answer

Figs are good in fibre content and when taken in moderation are good for diabetic patients. Avoid consuming huge amounts and also dried figs.

Question 5

Can you get diabetes even if you are healthy?

Accepted Answer

Diabetes is condition for which exact cause is unknown. Although being unhealthy interms of obesity and other comorbid conditions increase the risk of developing diabetes, there are other causes such as family history/ presence of autoantibodies/ polycystic ovarian syndrome etc which increase the risk.

Question 6

Is blood sugar in the 180-220 range bad?

Accepted Answer

A blood sugar reading of more than 180 mg/dL or any reading above your target range is too high. A blood sugar reading of 300 mg/dL or more can be dangerous. If you have 2 readings in a row of 300 or more, call your doctor.

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