Why does insulin blind diabetics?

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Dr Mubarak Parveez B

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Diabetic retinopathy is a condition caused by high blood sugar due to diabetes. Over time, having too much sugar in your blood can damage your retina the part of your eye that detects light.

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I'm scheduled for a varicocelectomy and have hypothyroidism currently taking Thyronorm 150mg. Will my thyroid levels being too high or low cause any issues during the surgery? Could thyroid hormone levels affect how the procedure goes or my recovery?

yes , temporary affect thyroid level.

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I've been dealing with gynecomastia and really want to avoid surgery are there any effective ayurvedic treatments that could help reduce it naturally?

Surgery is advised to the patient .

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How can I get pregnant fast with PCOS?

With lifestyle changes such as healthy meals, exercise to have ideal weight and probably some fertility drugs under doctor's guidance.

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