Question 1

Is it true that type 2 diabetes skips a generation?

Accepted Answer

No,it is not always possible that the disease skips a generation.

Question 2

What is the best way to cure diabetes in India?

Accepted Answer

Diabetes may not be cured but it can be managed with controlled diet, physical activity, medications and regular doctors visits.

Question 3

Diabetes Complications: Hypoglycemia, Ketoacidosis, and More

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 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 4

Why is blood glucose elevated after exercise in a diabetic?

Accepted Answer

Strenous exercises such as weightlifting, sprints and competitive sports cause you to produce stress hormones (such as adrenaline). Adrenaline raises blood glucose levels by stimulating your liver to release glucose which is needed for the muscles during work outs.

Question 5

Why does diabetes lead to so many other medical issues?

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 such as high blood pressure and deranged cholesterol or triglyceride levels.

Question 6

When should I be worried about diabetes? What are the signs?

Accepted Answer

Although Diabetes has few symptoms and signs, most of the times patients would not show any. Hence, any person who has unhealthy habits and other risk factors should be careful in regular monitoring.

Is it true that type 2 diabetes skips a generation?

Is it true that type 2 diabetes skips a generation?

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Related Questions

What is the best way to cure diabetes in India?

Diabetes Complications: Hypoglycemia, Ketoacidosis, and More

Why is blood glucose elevated after exercise in a diabetic?

Why does diabetes lead to so many other medical issues?

When should I be worried about diabetes? What are the signs?

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