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Introduction According to the International Diabetes Federation (IDF), in 2021, approximately 537 million adults (20-79 years) were living with diabetes worldwide. This number is expected to rise, with projections estimating that by 2045, around 783 million people may have diabetes. The majority of people with diabetes have type 2 diabetes, which is often associated with lifestyle …
Last updated on August 3rd, 2023What is PCOS? Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a health problem that leads to abnormal production of androgens in the body. Androgens are male sex hormones that generally occur in small quantities in females. These androgens are in high amounts in females with PCOS. This may lead to issues in a …
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 has issued new guidelines for Type 1 diabetes. This is the first time when ICMR released guidelines for type 1 diabetes, prior to its being released for Type 2 diabetes. These guidelines have come as a post-pandemic concern for diabetic people. Covid-19 has been lethal for diabetic patients and the …
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 …