Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a chronic metabolic condition characterized by increased blood glucose level, polyuria (excessive urine output), polydipsia (excessive thirst), and polyphagia (excessive hunger). If left untreated or uncontrolled may lead to serious damage to the heart, kidney, eyes, and blood vessels.
Introduction Hypoglycemia is an urgent medical condition in which blood sugar (glucose) level is lower than the standard range, typically below 70 mg/dL (3.9 mmol/L). However, symptoms may occur if plasma glucose levels fall below 55 mg/dL (3.0 mmol/l). Hypoglycemia is often related to diabetes treatment. But other drugs and several conditions can cause low … Read more
What is Hyperglycemia? Hyperglycemia is the medical or technical term for high blood sugar (glucose). It happens when the body does not produce insulin or cannot use insulin properly. What are the Causes of Hyperglycemia? Hyperglycemia can have various causes : Who is at Risk of Hyperglycemia? Hyperglycemia can occur in a wide variety of … Read more
Oral Glucose Tolerance Test (OGTT) The oral glucose tolerance test shows how much blood glucose rises after drinking a defined sugar solution. The test helps to identify people with increased risk of diabetes or manifest type 2 diabetes. It uses commonly during pregnancy for diagnosing gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM). What is an OGTT? An oral glucose tolerance test … Read more
What is gestational diabetes (GD)? Gestational diabetes is a disorder of carbohydrate metabolism that occurs or recognizes for the first-time during pregnancy. With an incidence of around 5%, it is one of the most common diseases in pregnancy. In gestational diabetes, blood glucose levels elevate. It slightly increases the risk for certain rare birth complications. … Read more