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Is it true that glucose in your blood can cause plaque buildup?
Is it true that glucose in your blood can cause plaque buildup?
Is it true that glucose in your blood can cause plaque buildup?
Studies have known that diabetes leads to atherosclerosis. There has been evidence that this is associated with increased circulating levels of inflammatory white blood cells (WBCs), which contribute to the build-up of plaque
Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
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How does type 2 diabetes lead to coronary heart disease?
Over time, high blood sugar can damage blood vessels and the nerves that control your heart. This can make one suceptible to heart attacks or a stroke.
Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
What is the normal fasting sugar level of diabetes patients?
A fasting blood sugar level of 100 mg/dL or lower is normal, 100 to 125 mg/dL indicates you have prediabetes, and 126 mg/dL or higher indicates you have diabetes.
Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
What happens when blood glucose levels are high?
When blood glucose levels are high the glucose runs in the blood stream affecting kidneys, heart and eyes. Hence, patients living with diabetes must maintain good sugar levels to prevent organ damage.
Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
Is a blood sugar of 203 normal for a healthy person?
No, a blood sugar of 203 is not normal for a healthy person.
Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
GLUCOSE, FASTING
FBS, FBG, Fasting Blood Sugar
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