As diabetes is characterized by abnormal blood sugar levels due to ineffectiveness of insulin, blood sugar levels are an important parameter for the diagnosis, treatment and prognosis of diabetes. Blood glucose levels vary at different time on various part of the day. The factors on which our blood sugar levels depend are: age, intensity of physical activity, body composition, type of diet consumed and stress. The following tests are done for...more
U.S. Market for Diabetes Monitoring, Treatment and Drug Delivery 2010There are currently over 23.6 million people in the U.S., or almost 8% of the population who have diabetes. The diabetes market is expected to show substantial growth due to the obesity epidemic in the U.S., now becoming known as diabesity. ( http://www.bharatbook.com/detail.asp?id=129741&rt=US-Market-for-Diabetes-Monitoring-Treatment-and-Drug-Delivery-2010.html )This report...more
In many cases, pre diabetes has no symptoms. However, there are a few warning signs to be aware of. They include repeated urination, extreme thirst, intense hunger, curious weight loss, increased tiredness, bad temper, skin rashes, and blurred vision, sores that heal slowly or frequent infections.Pre diabetes is basically a warning sign that you are on the verge of potentially developing diabetes. This means that your blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but not high enough to be diagnosed as diabetes and not high enough to be treated.The good news is that you can avoid full blown diabetes by switching over to a positive lifestyle changes and by getting plenty of exercise. Doing this can help you avoid the risk of developing type 2 diabetes and heart disease.Here simple tips to prevent pre diabetes by making a few lifestyle changes.*Get support from friends and family. Their help is most important in your fight with pre diabetes; call friends and family to let them know you want to make a lifestyle change. *Control your meal portion. Start eating when you are truly hungry and stop eating when you feel satisfied. You can drink a glass of water 10 minutes before eating to take...more
Discomfort due to health problems could really affect the disposition, outlook and views of a person. This will further result to more severe situations once you have not done anything to cure it. bladder control problems are common to people regardless of age and gender. In most instances, this problem could be experienced regardless of how much...more
Many people are now suffering from incontinence or what is commonly known as the bladder control problem. This health predicament is usually characterized by the persons failure to control the release of the urine. People who experience this kind of problem are those who get into certain practices which are contributory to the dysfunction of the...more
Diabetes itself can mistakenly influence sexuality in both men and women in multiple ways. Sexual bonding induces the release of endorphins, which impart a deep sense of relaxation, feelings of well-being and intimacy. The root of the problems with desire, arousal and sexual function in people with diabetes could be: Fatigue from high blood glucose levelsLoss of desire as a result of depression, a more common issue in diabetes Fear of having a low blood glucose reaction during sex Decreased lubrication or frequent yeast infections in women Erectile dysfunction in men Male and female genital nerve damage (neuropathy) Neuropathy is known to cause sexual dysfunction in up to 75% of men and up to 35% of women with diabetes. Damage to the nerves in the sexual regions of the body can reduce or interfere with the ability to feel sexual sensations leading to difficulty with arousal and orgasm. Hence, Glucose control is essential for preventing nerve damage since once nerves have been destroyed, sensation is rarely recovered. Erectile dysfunction (ED) is one of the unspoken issues for men with diabetes. Sadly, when it comes to ED, dont ask, dont tell seems to be the commonly accepted way...more
Diabetes is a serious health problem that is suffered by most of the people in the world. A person suffering from this health disorder has low energy levels as the most essential hormone, insulin, which produces energy by breaking down blood glucose...more
Diabetes type 2 is defined by someone's inability to process insulin properly. Insulin is a substance produced by the pancreas that helps the body maintain a steady blood sugar level and bring energy to the cells that need it. However, when the...more
Diabetes type 2 is a condition that can oftentimes be managed through good diet and exercise alone. Although medication is sometimes required, there is a lot that you can do to prevent further complications and to hold off on prescription treatment...more
Even though what causes diabetes is still somewhat open for debate, there is strong speculation that heredity, or genetics, plays a large role in its development. However, the lifestyle that one participates in is also a widely accepted theory. ...more
Although there can be multiple reasons for developing diabetes type 2, most commonly, what causes diabetes are poor lifestyle choices. Of course, genetic predisposition plays a part, but the diet that we choose to eat and the activity level we keep...more
Each year, 30 percent of persons aged greater than or equal to 65 years suffer a fall and 13,700 of those individuals died from that injury in 2003. Between 1993 and 2003, the rate of fatal falls among this age group had increased. Did you know that...more