Why are diabetes patients called 'sugar patients'?

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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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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My mom has been struggling with thyroid issues and her doctors are recommending surgery. I'm really worried is surgery absolutely necessary in her case? How long might the recovery take if she goes through with it? Also, could you share some dos and don'ts she should follow right now to manage her condition better?

Thyroid surgery is needed for large goiters or cancer; recovery takes 2‚Äì3 weeks‚Äîfollow meds, rest, and avoid strain.

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What not to eat with hypothyroidism?

Soy foods: tofu, tempeh, edamame, etc. certain vegetables: cabbage, broccoli, kale, cauliflower, spinach, etc. fruits and starchy plants: sweet potatoes, cassava, peaches, strawberries, etc. nuts and seeds: millet, pine nuts, peanuts

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I've noticed that every time I masturbate, my butt seems to be getting bigger. It's really bothering me because I feel like I'm gaining weight because of it. Could you help me understand what's going on and what I should do about it? I'm feeling pretty worried and would love some advice.

Masturbation itself doesn't directly cause weight gain or increase buttock size

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