INFECTIONS IN DIABETICS

Image via WikipediaInfections tend to occur with increased frequency and severity in individuals with diabetes. The common infections like urinary tract infections, pneumonia,skin and soft tissue infections,occur with increased frequency ,with a chance to cause more complications. Some rare infections like rhinocerebral mucormycosis,malignant otitis externa,emphysematous cholecystitis occur almost exclusively in diabetics. Organisms...

RISK FACTORS OF TYPE 2 DIABETES MELLITUS

Image via WikipediaToday I'll try to present a brief review about the risk factors of type 2 diabetes mellitus.1.Family history[parents or siblings with type 2 diabetes]2.Physical inactivity3.Obesity[BMI greater than or equal to 25]4.Hypertension[blood pressure greater than or equal to 140/90 mm of Hg].5.HDL cholesterol level less than or equal to 45 and/or triglyceride level greater than or equal to 250 mg/dl....a2a_linkname="HEALTH:THEGREATESTGIFTOFGOD";a2a_linkurl="http://healththegreatestgiftofgod.blogspot.com/";a2a_onclick=1;a2a_show_title=1;a2a_num_services=22;AFFILIATES...

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SELF CARE OF DIABETES

Image via WikipediaA crucial element in the management of diabetes is self-care.Self care is a responsibility of every individual suffering from diabetes.This includes :Strict adherence to drug and diet regimen.Examination of his/her urine for sugar,proteins,ketone bodies etc.Home blood glucose monitoring.Self administration of insulin...a2a_linkname="HEALTH:THEGREATESTGIFTOFGOD";a2a_linkurl="http://healththegreatestgiftofgod.blogspot.com/";a2a_onclick=1;a2a_show_title=1;a2a_num_services=22;AFFILIATES...

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INSULIN RESISTANCE SYNDROME[SYNDROME X]

Image via WikipediaInsulin resistance syndrome or syndrome X is a condition seen in individuals with type 2 diabetes mellitus.It is characterized by hyperglycemia[that is the blood glucose level is raised].hyperinsulinemia[the blood insulin level is also raised],dyslipidemia[abnormality in lipid profile]] and hypertension.This condition takes place due to a defect in the genes that leads to insulin resistance.Syndrome X is exaggerated...

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OTHER VARIETIES OF DIABETES

Image via WikipediaToday I'll post a brief review on some special types of diabetes.First in this list is the Maturity onset diabetes of the young[MODY].This type of diabetes is an inherited condition[autosomal dominant],which is characterised by onset of hyperglycemia[high blood sugar] at an early age and defects in insulin secretion.Diabetes can also occur in severe pancreatic exocrine disease[pancreas has two parts the exocrine part,from...

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BUSPIRONE:WHAT IS IT

Image via WikipediaThis post is actually a reply to one of my friend's concern regarding Buspar one of the several brand names of buspirone available in the market.There are many other brand names for buspirone like buspimen,buspimol etc.It is a anxiolytic drug[drugs used in the treatment of anxiety].It's chemical structure is un-related to the more commonly used anti-anxiety drug the benzodiazepines[like diazepam,clonazepam etc.]Unlike...

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WHAT IS DIABETES

Image via WikipediaDiabetes is a metabolic disorder.It is characterized by hyperglycemia,which actually means rise in blood sugar.Broadly the causes of diabetes may be divided into decreased or absence of insulin secretion[insulin is a hormone secreted from a specific type of cells of the pancreas called the Beta cells],insulin resistance[ in this case, the quantity of insulin secreted from the insulin is normal,but the insulin receptors...

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AFFILIATES

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OTHER USEFUL PRODUCTS & RESOURCES

EDUCATION RESOURCESBOOKS,MAGAZINES,POSTERS ONLINECHILDREN COMPUTERS & ACCESSORIESMOBILE PHONES & ACCESSORIESELECTRICAL GOODSSPORTS & FITNESSFOOD & DRINKSBEAUTY PRODUCTSFASHIONHOME & GARDEN UTILITIESTRAVEL RESOURCESMOTORING RESOURCESBUSINESS RESOURCESFINANCE & LEGAL RESOURC...

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CHILDREN

In this post i present a list of useful resources related to children & toddlers. Although I have checked the products to the best of my abilities, any of my friends interested in prodocts & resources related to children,please check out thoroughly before purchasing any product. Please read the Disclaimer Policy of this blog,at the bottom of the page, before purchasing any product.AvanquestAvanquest Software: Top brand Software & PC CD-ROM titles We have over 600 Software and Games titles available in categories...

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COMPUTERS & ACCESSORIES

Image via WikipediaIn this post i present a list of useful resources related to computers. Although I have checked the products to the best of my abilities, any of my friends interested in computers & accessories,please check out thoroughly before purchasing any product. Please read the Disclaimer Policy of this blog,at the bottom of the page, before purchasing any product.123 Ink Cartridges123 Ink Cartridges offer 10% discount on...

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MOBILE PHONES & ACCESSORIES

Image via WikipediaIn this post i present a list of useful resources related to mobile phones & accessories. Although I have checked the products to the best of my abilities, any of my friends interested in mobile phones, please check out thoroughly before purchasing any product. Please read the Disclaimer Policy of this blog,at the bottom of the page, before purchasing any product.Affordable mobilesAffordablemobiles are a new UK mobile...

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ELECTRICAL GOODS

In this post i present a list of useful resources related to electrical goods.Any of my friends, who are interested in electrical products. please check out thoroughly before purchasing any product.Please read the Disclaimer Policy of this blog,at the bottom of the page,before purchasing any product.Advanced MP3 PlayersAdvanced MP3 Players are the UK's MP3 player experts. Offering one of the largest ranges of MP3 players, iPods, Wireless Audio Systems, DAB Radios, Headphones, Gadgets and Accessories with fast next day UK delivery....

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BEAUTY PRODUCTS

Image by Getty Images via DaylifeIn this post i present a list of useful resources related tobeauty products & accessories.Any of my friends, who are interested in beauty products, please check out thoroughly before purchasing any product.Please read the Disclaimer Policy of this blog,at the bottom of the page,before purchasing any product.Spa FinderSpaFinder the world’s largest Spa gifting programme!SpaFinder reaches millions of spa...

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FINANCE & LEGAL RESOURCES

Image via WikipediaIn this post i present a list of useful resources related to law and finance.Any of my friends, who are interested in legal & financial matters, please check out thoroughly before purchasing any product.Please read the Disclaimer Policy of this blog,at the bottom of the page,before purchasing any product.Click4gapClick4Gap is the market leaders in online Gap Insurance sales and have specialised in this insurance...

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FOOD AND DRINKS

Image via WikipediaIn this post i present a list of useful resources related to food & drinks.Any of my friends, who are interested in food & related items, please check out thoroughly before purchasing any product.Please read the Disclaimer Policy of this blog,at the bottom of the page,before purchasing any product.DietchefWe all know how hard it is to diet but imagine how easy it would be if you had your own personal chef who...

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SPORTS & FITNESS

Image by CLF via FlickrIn this post i present a list of useful resources related to sports & fitness.Any of my friends, who are interested in sports please check out thoroughly before purchasing any product.Please read the Disclaimer Policy of this blog,at the bottom of the page,before purchasing any product.UKsoccershop.comUKSoccershop offer the largest range of football merchandise on the internet – stocking over 3000 official team...

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TRAVEL RESOURCES

Image via WikipediaIn this post i present a list of useful resources related to travel and utilities.Any of my friends, who are interested in traveling, please check out thoroughly before purchasing any product.Please read the Disclaimer Policy of this blog,at the bottom of the page,before purchasing any product.AF Travel ServicesHenoo.com the travel search engine lets you search millions of package holidays, car hire, and flights. In...

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FASHION

Image via WikipediaIn this post i present a list of useful resources related to fashion,dresses & accessories.Any of my friends, who are interested in fashion please check out thoroughly before purchasing any product.Please read the Disclaimer Policy of this blog,at the bottom of the page,before purchasing any product.AmaarahAmaarah, a welsh based Company established in the U.K. Specialises in the latest Fashion jewellery to cater...

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