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- 50 Years
- 16/05/2022
Why does insulin blind diabetics?
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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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Consult a Endocrinologist
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View allI'm a 21-year-old woman and I've been struggling with PCOS symptoms like period acne and hair thinning. I took meds for a few months to help with my menstruation, and right now I'm using minoxidil 5% mintop eva for hair loss. I've noticed some new hair growth on my scalp, which is great but also more hair on my face, which is freaking me out a bit since I already had some facial hair. I'm not sure if this is from using minoxidil or just my PCOS acting up. My doctor is away for a few weeks and I don't know whether to stop using minoxidil or what to do. Any advice on this? I'm really confused about what's causing the facial hair growth and how to manage it without losing the hair on my head.
It is possible that the increased hair growth on your face is due to the use of minoxidil, as it can sometimes cause hair growth in unintended areas. However, it could also be related to your PCOS, as hormonal imbalances associated with PCOS can lead to hirsutism (excessive hair growth). Since you are already seeing positive results on your scalp with minoxidil, it may be beneficial to continue using it for your hair loss. To address the facial hair growth, you may consider talking to your doctor about adjusting the dosage or frequency of minoxidil application. Additionally, treatments such as anti-androgen medications or topical creams like eflornithine can help manage unwanted facial hair growth in women with PCOS. It's important to discuss these options with your doctor once they are available.
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Hey, my blood sugar level is at 142, and I'm a bit concerned about it. Should I be worried? Could you give me some guidance on what steps I should take next?
A blood sugar level of 142 mgdL indicates prediabetes or impaired glucose tolerance; while it's not extremely high, it's essential to take proactive steps to manage your blood sugar levels and prevent progression to diabetes; consider consulting your doctor, who may recommend lifestyle changes, such as a balanced diet, regular exercise, weight management, and stress reduction, and may also suggest regular monitoring of your blood sugar levels and potentially prescribe medication or supplements to help regulate your blood sugar.
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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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