DIABETES
Maintaining glucose levels within the normal range could halt all these complications and achieve a healthy life. Medical management is targeted to achieve glucose levels in the blood within normal levels without causing distressing low sugar levels (hypoglycaemic episodes).
At Harmony Thyroid Endocrinology and Diabetes Centre, an understanding between the doctor and patient is crucial to achieving realistic goals. By discussing the disease, complications, and how to navigate around the fear and frustration surrounding diabetes, our endocrinologist will plan effective management strategies that help individuals with diabetes cope better.
Type 1 / Type 2 Diabetes Screening
It results from the body’s inability to produce enough insulin (Type 1 Diabetes/ Insulin dependant Diabetes) or effectively use insulin (Type 2 diabetes/ Insulin resistant Diabetes), a hormone crucial for regulating blood sugar.
What are the Types of Diabetes?
This condition is often diagnosed at an early age and makes them completely Insulin-dependent.
Type 2 diabetes is characterised by insulin resistance thereby our body cannot utilise glucose despite an overworking pancreas and a gradual decline in insulin production by the pancreas.
It usually develops in adulthood; however, we see more and more younger people developing this condition.
Obesity, lack of exercise, and a family history of diabetes put you at higher risk of developing Type 2 diabetes.
Nonpharmacological lifestyle changes with a balanced diet and regular exercise), oral medications, and, in some cases, insulin therapy are the mainstay of treatment.
Gestational diabetes occurs during pregnancy when the pancreas cannot cope with increased metabolic demands caused by hyperglycemia. These patients are at a 2 to 3-fold risk of developing diabetes in the future.
If not properly managed throughout the pregnancy, this can lead to complications during delivery and baby (e.g. large weight for gestation and risk of future diabetes).
What are the Symptoms of Diabetes?
How can Diabetes be Diagnosed and Monitored?
Senior Consultant Endocrinologist Dr Vikram and his Team at Harmony are committed to supporting you on your journey to understanding, managing, and thriving despite diabetes. For more in-depth information, feel free to book a consultation with Dr Vikram to explore our comprehensive services and stay informed on the latest developments in diabetes care.
