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How is Diabetes mellitus diagnosed?
How is Diabetes mellitus diagnosed?
How is Diabetes mellitus diagnosed?
Fasting blood sugar of 126 mg/dl or more, post prandial blood sugar of 200 or more with glycated hemoglobin of 6.5% or more.
Last updated on 10 May 2022
Related Questions
Does hypoglycemia cause high blood pressure?
Diabetic patients with hypoglycemia or using insulin can impair nitric oxide production and low sugar leads to catecholamie response which inturn increase the blood pressure.
Last updated on 10 May 2022
Can a keto diet reduce kidney failure?
Ketogenic lifestyle dictates a person to have high protein and fat with low or zero carbohydrate diet which may affect metabolic acidosis. High protein diet may hasten kidney failure.
Last updated on 10 May 2022
How do you get active with kidney disease?
Prefer foods lower in fats, sugar/salt and calories and higher in fiber. Focus on fruits, green vegetables and whole grains. Regular physical activity, take medicines and have regular doctors visits.
Last updated on 10 May 2022
What are some uncommon symptoms of diabetes?
In most patients Diabetes does not show any symptoms or signs. Few symptoms are increased thirst, extreme hunger, unexplained weight loss, frequent urination, fatigue, irritability, blurred vision, slow healing wounds and frequent infections.
Last updated on 10 May 2022
Which department does diabetes come under?
Internal medicine specialist or Diabetologist.
Last updated on 10 May 2022
