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Best Diabetes Hospital in Kolkata

Diabetes is a chronic (long-term) health condition that impacts how your body converts food into energy. The majority of the food you eat is converted into sugar (glucose) and released into your bloodstream. When your blood sugar levels increase, your pancreas will release insulin. Insulin functions as a key, allowing blood sugar to enter your body's cells for use as energy. Insulin is a pancreatic hormone that facilitates the transport of glucose into cells for use as energy. If you have diabetes, your body either does not produce enough insulin or does not use insulin properly. Glucose then remains in your circulation and does not reach your cells. Diabetes increases the risk of vision, kidney, nerve, and heart disease. Diabetes is also connected to certain types of cancer. Taking actions to prevent or manage diabetes can reduce your risk of having diabetes-related health issues. At Manipal Hospitals in Broadway, our team of experienced healthcare professionals provides comprehensive care and personalised diabetes treatment in Kolkata to help manage diabetes effectively.  

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FAQ's

The three most frequent kinds of diabetes are type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes. 

  • Type 1 diabetes: If you have type 1 diabetes, your body produces little to no insulin. Your immune system attacks itself and destroys the cells in your pancreas that produce insulin. Type 1 diabetes is usually diagnosed in children, but it can develop at any age. People with type 1 diabetes must take insulin as their primary medication on a daily basis. 
  • Type 2 diabetes: Type 2 diabetes occurs when your body's cells do not use insulin appropriately. The pancreas may produce insulin, but not enough to keep your blood glucose levels within acceptable ranges. Type 2 diabetes is the most widespread form of diabetes. If you have risk factors for type 2 diabetes, such as being overweight or obese, as well as a family history of the condition, your chances of developing it increase. You can develop type 2 diabetes at any age, including childhood. 
  • Gestational Diabetes: Gestational diabetes is a type of diabetes that occurs while pregnant. Most of the time, this form of diabetes resolves after the baby is born. However, if you have experienced gestational diabetes, you are more likely to develop type 2 diabetes later in life. It is possible to diagnose type 2 diabetes during pregnancy.
     

Prediabetes is characterised by elevated blood glucose levels that do not meet the criteria for type 2 diabetes. Prediabetes increases your risk of acquiring type 2 diabetes in the future. You are also more likely to develop heart disease than people who have normal blood glucose levels.
 

The younger a person is diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, the more likely diabetes-related problems may shorten their life. However, with adequate treatment measures, a person with type 2 diabetes has a fair chance of living as long as someone does not have the condition.
 

Low blood sugar (also known as hypoglycemia) can be caused by a variety of factors, including missing a meal, too much production of insulin, using other diabetic medications, exercising more than usual, or consuming alcohol. Blood sugar levels which are below 70 mg/dL are considered low. 
Everyone experiences varied signs of low blood sugar. Common symptoms include:

  • Shaking
  • Sweating
  • Feeling nervous or anxious
  • Irritation
  • Dizziness
  • Hunger 

Know your specific symptoms so that you can detect and manage low blood sugar early on. Even if you don't have any symptoms, you should check your blood sugar. Low blood sugar levels are harmful and should be treated as soon as possible.
 

High blood sugar (hyperglycemia) can be caused by a variety of factors, including:

  • Illness
  • Stress
  • Overeating

Failing to take enough insulin. Over time, excessive blood sugar levels might cause major health complications. 
Symptoms of elevated blood sugar are: 

  • Exhausted
  • Thirsty
  • Blurred eyesight
  • Frequent urination (pee) more frequently. 

When you get sick, your blood sugar can be difficult to control. You may be unable to eat or drink as much as you normally would, which might have an impact on your blood sugar levels. If your ketones are high, contact your doctor. High ketones can be an early indicator of diabetic ketoacidosis, which is a medical emergency that must be addressed right away.
 

When too many ketones are created too quickly, they might accumulate in your body and cause diabetic ketoacidosis, or DKA. DKA is extremely dangerous and can result in a coma or even death. 
Common symptoms of DKA are:

  • Rapid, deep breathing
  • Dry skin and mouth
  • Flushed face
  • Frequent urination or thirst lasting a day or more
  • Fruity-smelling breath
  • Headache
  • Muscle stiffness or discomfort
  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Stomach ache
     

Eating a healthy diet, including more and more fruits and vegetables, maintaining a healthy weight, and engaging in physical activity will benefit your body and improve your lifestyle. 
Other tips include:

  • Keep track of your blood sugar levels to determine why they rise or fall. 
  • Eat healthy regularly and do not skip meals. 
  • Choose foods with fewer calories, saturated fat, trans fat, sugar, and salt. 
  • Keep track of your food, beverage intake, and physical activity.
  • Drink water rather than juice or soda.
  • Limit alcoholic beverages.
  • Choose fruit as a sweet treat. 
  • Control your food portions.
     

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