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What is diabetes?

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What is diabetes?

Diabetes is a chronic (long-lasting) health condition usually due to consistently high blood sugar levels that affects how your body turns food into energy.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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How is a diabetic insulin injection related to a heart attack?

New studies show that insulin and high blood glucose levels are associated with a risk of heart diseases and cardiac attacks.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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How does diabetes type 2 affect the heart?

People with diabetes are more likely to suffer from heart disease because over time, high blood sugar can damage blood vessels and the nerves that control your heart.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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Which diabetes is more dangerous? Type 1 or type 2?

Both the conditions have the same complications. While type 2 diabetes is mainly caused due to lifestyle problems. Type1 diabetes is inherited. To know whether you have type 1 or type 2 consult with an expert endocrinologist

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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What are dangerous blood sugar levels?

Dangerous blood sugar levels is called diabetic hyperosmolar syndrome.If your blood sugar level goes above 600 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL), or 33.3 millimoles per liter (mmol/L), the condition is called diabetic hyperosmolar syndrome. When blood sugar is very high, the extra sugar passes from the blood into the urine. Not only this, the person can also slip into coma if not treated on time.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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Can a cardiologist treat high blood sugar level?

Yes, cardiologist especially interventional cardiologist can treat high blood sugar levels in patients with diabetic heart disease

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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