Insulin is a hormone secreted by beta cells in our pancreas. We secrete insulin when our blood glucose and amino acid levels rise, which we break down from carbohydrates and proteins. Insulin travels to various cells, particularly our fat, liver, and muscle cells, and lands on a receptor. The receptor, which acts like a switch,…...
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INSULIN INJECTION SITES There are different ways to take insulin, including syringes, insulin pens, insulin pumps, and jet injectors. Your doctor will help you decide which technique is best for you. Syringes remain a common method of insulin delivery. They’re the least expensive option, and most insurance companies cover them. Insulin is injected subcutaneously, which means into the fat…...
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The medication involves diabetes tablets that work in various ways to help keep blood glucose levels within the recommended range in type 2 diabetes. e.g., some stimulate your pancreas to produce more insulin, others slow down glucose entering your bloodstream, and some enable your body cells to take up insulin better. Your doctor will consider…...
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Libido is defined as a person’s overall sexual drive or desire for sexual activity. Low libido in women and low libido in men have some similar roots, along with some gender-specific ones as well. Common causes of a loss of sexual desire or low libido in women include issues in your relationship with your sexual…...
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In diabetes management, a good start begins with a positive attitude. -It will motivate you to keep a daily routine of blood sugar control.-It will make you enjoy the meals, the exercises, and the overall care.-It is the attitude that will make your body feel at ease and energetic.-Attitude will sustain practice and healthy life.-It…...
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Fertility and reproduction have aspects that depend on the sugar levels. Wellman Conception is a comprehensive formulation with specific nutrients, including zinc which contributes to normal fertility and reproduction. Zinc and vitamin C also contribute to the protection of cells from oxidative stress, an important consideration for healthy sperm production as sperm can be damaged…...
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-Older adults who are functional and cognitively intact and have significant life expectancy should receive diabetes care with goals similar to those developed for younger adults.– Glycemic goals for some older adults might be relaxed, using individual criteria, but hyperglycemia leading to risk of acute hyperglycemic complications should be avoided.-Other cardiovascular risk factors should be…...
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In self-monitoring Blood glucose, follow these steps: 1. Wash hands with warm water. It is not necessary to clean the site with alcohol, and it may interfere with test results. Fingers should dry before puncturing.2. If it is difficult to obtain a drop of blood, warm the hands in warm water or let the arms…...
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Glucometers are portable electronic blood glucose meters used at hospitals and by patients who perform SMBG (Self-Monitoring of Blood Glucose). Lancing devices with disposable lancets help to obtain blood drop with minimal pain experience. The depth of the prick is adjusted depending on the skin thickness. Glucometers measure blood glucose by using color reflectance or…...
