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Last updated on May 8th, 2023Are you someone who’s struggling with diabetes and also noticing a lot of hair fall lately? Well, you’re not alone. Diabetes is a persistent condition that impacts millions worldwide, and it can cause a whole host of problems. One less prominent reason for heavy hair loss is diabetes, where average hair …

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has issued comprehensive guidelines for the management of Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (T1DM), a chronic autoimmune condition characterized by the destruction of insulin-producing beta cells in the pancreas. These guidelines are crucial for healthcare providers in India, where the diabetes burden is significant. This blog delves into the specifics …

Last updated on July 19th, 2023Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and Diabetes are common health issues. The two are connected, and insulin issues might illustrate both health issues. Nearly one in ten females of childbearing age suffer from PCOS. Also, nearly 9.4% of the population suffers from diabetes. Individuals suffering from PCOS are expected to develop type …

Last updated on August 30th, 2022Diabetic maculopathy is a medical problem that may occur due to retinopathy. Maculopathy is another term for macula damage. The macula is the part of the eye which offers a central vision. It plays a key role in fine vision (reading, writing, watching TV, comprehensive work, and identifying faces). A common …

Last updated on September 27th, 2022Postural hypotension is a type of low blood pressure when a person gets up from a seated or lying position. It is also termed orthostatic hypotension. This type of low BP can cause drowsiness or light-headedness or may even result in faintness. Postural hypotension can be mild. Also, its incidents may …

Last updated on July 18th, 2023Cushing syndrome is a medical condition caused by high levels of the stress hormone, cortisol, in a person’s blood. Cortisol augments a person’s blood sugars and blood pressure. Also, one of the major complications which may trigger unmanaged Cushing’s syndrome is diabetes. Cushing Syndrome Symptoms Some Cushing syndrome symptoms can involve: …