Dr. Ashwini Sarode Chandrashekara

Last updated on July 28th, 2023Are you on insulin therapy and injecting insulin? In such a case, you must inspect regularly the site of injections. In some cases at the site of insulin injections fat starts to accumulate and it may form a thickened scar or lymph-like structure. Lipohypertrophy is this abnormal growth of fat under …

Last updated on July 28th, 2023A urine sugar test is a simple and rapid method of checking for unusually high glucose levels in a person’s urine. The body needs glucose and makes use of it for energy. The body converts the carbs a person consumes into sugar. Consuming an excess of sugar by a person may …

Last updated on July 28th, 2023Staying hydrated is vital for every person, particularly considering that water constitutes above ½ of the human body. 60% of the human body is made of water, 85% in brains, 75% in muscles; it works just like oil to a machine. However, people don’t drink enough. As individuals having diabetes, drinking …

Last updated on April 9th, 2022Diabetes and dengue are two major health concerns that can have severe implications for people and public health systems. While they are distinct diseases, their interaction can complicate diagnosis, treatment, and management. This blog explores the relationship between diabetes and dengue, their impact on patients, and strategies for managing these conditions …

Last updated on April 8th, 2022Imagine waking up feeling more energetic than ever, having shed those stubborn pounds, and experiencing mental clarity like never before. These are some of the touted benefits of ketosis. But what if your body goes too far, resulting in a potentially life-threatening condition? This is where diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) comes into …

Last updated on July 17th, 2023A person might have taken a course of antibiotics at some point in his or her life. Maybe he or she has consumed Penicillin being a child for treating strep throat. Or possibly have been given Azithromycin for a sinus or upper respiratory infection. Without a doubt, antibiotics are lifesavers in …