Question 1

What is insulin and its physiological action?

Accepted Answer

Insulin is a harmone that regulates the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats and protein by promoting the absorption of glucose from the blood

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 is insulin dependant type 2 diabetes?

Accepted Answer

The pancreas is unable to produce enough insulin to manage blood sugar levels.

Question 4

Diabetes: Symptoms and complications

Accepted Answer

Few symptoms are increased thirst, extreme hunger, unexplained weight loss, frequent urination, fatigue, irritability, blurred vision, slow healing wounds and frequent infections. 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 5

Will type 2 diabetes stop getting worse after treatment?

Accepted Answer

According to recent research, type 2 diabetes cannot be cured, but individuals can have glucose levels that return to non-diabetes range, (complete remission) or pre-diabetes glucose level (partial remission)

Question 6

What precaution should a diabetic patient take?

Accepted Answer

Prefer low GI index foods like vegetables, lentils and avoid fried foods and foods rich in fat, carbohydrates and sugar. Keep an eye on your glucose levels.

What is insulin and its physiological action?

What is insulin and its physiological action?

Consult Top Endocrinologists

Dr. Chaithanya R

Dr. Nithin Reddy Modhugu

Dr. E Prabhakar Sastry

Dr. Gayatri S

Related Questions

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

What is insulin dependant type 2 diabetes?

Diabetes: Symptoms and complications

Will type 2 diabetes stop getting worse after treatment?

What precaution should a diabetic patient take?

Endocrinology

Get medicines delivered in 2 hrs