Question 1

What is a high glucose level? Is 115 mg/dl concerning?

Accepted Answer

126 mg/dL (7.0 mmol/L ) or higher on two separate tests is diagnosed as diabetes.

Question 2

Can lifestyle changes reverse diabetes?

Accepted Answer

Diabetes may not be reversed in all patients with lifestyle changes but it helps to keep it under control and prevent it's complications.

Question 3

Which department does diabetes come under?

Accepted Answer

Internal medicine specialist or Diabetologist.

Question 4

Why do children with diabetes face a high risk of eye damage?

Accepted Answer

Raised blood sugar can damage back of the eye - retina causing Diabetic retinopathy, which left untreated can lead to blindness. This makes children with Diabetes at high risk when compared to normal childern.

Question 5

Is type 1 diabetes genetic?

Accepted Answer

Your genes definitely play a role in type 1, a less common form of diabetes that's often diagnosed in children and young adults.

Question 6

What is your diabetes diet and lifestyle? Is it effective for you?

Accepted Answer

Do not compare diet or life styles with other patients. Each Diabetic patient is different and each one needs a targeted personalised treatment approach.

What is a high glucose level? Is 115 mg/dl concerning?

What is a high glucose level? Is 115 mg/dl concerning?

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