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Why are diabetes patients called 'sugar patients'?
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Diabetes is a medical condition in which blood sugar levels are uncontrolled leading to complications and hence called as "sugar patients".
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View allI'm looking to understand why there's a sudden increase in Vitamin B12 levels. The recent blood test showed it at 1346 pgml, whereas the normal range is 180-914 pgml. Could it be because of the Neurobian Forte injection she got when admitted to the hospital for a high fever a couple of weeks earlier? Could that injection have caused the spike? Any insights would be appreciated!
Elevated Vitamin B12 levels can be caused by various factors. Considering the recent hospital admission and Neurobion Forte injection, it's possible that the injection contributed to the high Vitamin B12 levels. _Neurobion Forte Injection_ 1. _Contains Vitamin B12_: Neurobion Forte injections typically contain a combination of vitamins, including Vitamin B12. 2. _High dose_: The injection might have contained a high dose of Vitamin B12, leading to elevated levels. _Other Possible Causes_ 1. _Recent supplementation_: Other Vitamin B12 supplements or multivitamins taken recently could contribute to high levels. 2. _Liver or kidney issues_: Certain liver or kidney conditions can cause elevated Vitamin B12 levels. 3. _Other medical conditions_: Some medical conditions, such as leukemia or lymphoma, can also cause high Vitamin B12 levels. _Next Steps_ 1. _Consult the doctor_: Discuss the elevated Vitamin B12 levels with the doctor who administered the Neurobion Forte injection. 2. _Repeat testing_: Schedule a follow-up blood test to monitor Vitamin B12 levels. 3. _Review medication and supplements_: Ensure that no other Vitamin B12 supplements or medications are being taken.
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I'm 21 and I've been dealing with gynecomastia since I was in school. I've tried going to the gym, hoping it would help, but I still don't feel confident enough to tackle strength exercises. Can you provide any advice on how to get rid of this? I'm really determined to address it now and just want to have a normal-looking chest. Any suggestions on medications, diet plans, or if I should see a doctor would be really appreciated. This situation is just so frustrating.
consult endocrinologist
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can gynecomastia be treated with medicine instead of surgery since i'm already on thyronorm 50mcg also my facial hair growth is slow especially the mustache which isn't thick yet while my beard grows better than the mustache and scalp hair grows faster than both is there any medication that can help with this without needing surgery
Gynecomastia often needs surgery for permanent results; thyronorm won’t reverse it—consult endocrinologist for hormonal review.
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