Question 1

How Uncontrolled Diabetes Affects Your Body

Accepted Answer

Diabetes when uncontrolled can cause sudden increase in blood sugar level causing an emergency called Diabetic ketoacidosis which can be life threatening if not treated in time. Also, long standing Diabetes may lead to organ damage which can be fatal.

Question 2

Physical Activity in Diabetes

Accepted Answer

Physical exercise lowers blood glucose levels and blood pressure, improves blood flow, burns extra calories so you can keep your weight down if needed, improves your mood, can prevent falls and improve memory in older adults, may help you sleep better. Start exercising after speaking to a doctor, start slowly and increase. Few types are walking briskly or hiking, climbing stairs, swimming or a water-aerobics class, dancing, riding a bicycle or a stationary bicycle, taking an exercise class, playing basketball, tennis, or other sports

Question 3

Is too much exercise bad for diabetes patients?

Accepted Answer

Heavy exercises can increase sugar level and also risk of hypoglycemia increases in patients on insulin treatment. Patients with few Diabetic complications such as retinopathy, neuropathy may have untoward effects if vigorous activities are done.

Question 4

How to tell my dad that I inherited diabetes from my mum?

Accepted Answer

Diabetes is multifactorial having both genetic and environmental factors. One can get it from either of the parents.

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

Will masturbation increase the blood glucose level?

Accepted Answer

No, Masturbation releases feel good hormones - endorphins, tackles insomnia, depression,general well being and all in all leading to healthy person

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