What are gestational diabetes and its solutions?

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Gestational diabetes is diabetes diagnosed for the first time during pregnancy. It can can be managed with diet, life style modifications and medications to lower blood sugar level.

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What is a sugar patient called?

Diabetic

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Does losing weight lower fasting blood sugar?

In some cases, weight loss is enough to restore blood sugar to a normal level, which eliminates diabetes. Even if it doesn't get your blood sugar completely back to normal, it may lower your need for insulin therapy or other medications to control diabetes

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I'm 18 and have gynaecomastia but no lactation is there any way to treat this without surgery

Yes, several non-surgical treatments can be used to address gynecomastia, particularly in teens, without the need for surgery. Many cases of gynecomastia in teenagers are related to hormonal changes during puberty and may resolve on their own within a few years. However, if the condition persists or is accompanied by pain, various medical and lifestyle interventions can be explored.

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