Question 1

How do you know if you're diabetic?

Accepted Answer

Some symptoms and/or signs can raise a suspicion for Diabetes although most patients does not show any. The only way to know or confirm the diagnosis by testing for fasting and post prandial blood sugar with glycated hemoglobin levels.

Question 2

What happens when a diabetic takes 2 spoonfuls of sugar?

Accepted Answer

There can be complications aor no complications at all,it depends on the blood sugar levels of an individual.

Question 3

Does insulin work as a steroid for people with diabetes?

Accepted Answer

No, insulin is a peptide hormone which can develop lots ?f lean muscle mass in short periods ?f time ?nd m?n? bodybuilders u?? it alongside anabolic steroids t? promote muscle growth. In Diabetic patients, its only role is to control blood sugar levels.

Question 4

How much does 1 gram of sugar raise your blood sugar?

Accepted Answer

1 gram of pure glucose will raise your blood sugar about 5 mg/dl, although it may vary with person's weight, Diabetes status and current blood sugar level.

Question 5

How to tell my dad that I inherited diabetes from my mum?

Accepted Answer

Diabetes is multifactorial having both genetic and environmental factors. One can get it from either of the parents.

Question 6

What is the most common cause of kidney disease?

Accepted Answer

Most commom causes include Diabetes mellitus, Hypertension, Glomerulonephritis, Interstitial nephritis, Polycystic kidney disease, Prolonged urine obstruction from stones or enlarged prostate, Vesicoureteral reflex, Recurrent Pyelonephritis.

How do you know if you're diabetic?

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