On the first visit, detailed history, physical examination is recorded. Necessary investigations are done, and then the patients are advised on the course of treatment. The advice consists of diet, foot care, exercise, practical training of insulin injection, adjustment of the dosage and management of Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar) etc.
Follow up reviews are done once in four to twelve weeks depending on the severity and necessary investigations are done and advice given.
Periodic assessment is done over each visit.
Type 1 diabetes is seen in children and is caused due to complete lack of insulin secreted by an organ called the pancreas in the body. Can be diagnosed by special tests. They require insulin for life.
Type 2 is what is generally seen in adults, this is hereditary and factors like stress, obesity, poor lifestyle and diet can trigger the onset, there is decreased sensitivity to insulin and decreased insulin production. MODY is maturity onset of diabetes in the young which is also hereditary seen in young adults. There is specialized genetic testing to diagnose MODY. They do well on oral medications.
While motherhood is a wonderful experience, it comes with its share of challenges; gestational diabetes mellitus being one of them. It's occurs when the body cannot produce enough insulin. How ever you can easily minimize the risks and maximize your well being and that of the baby by better management of GDM.
GDM usually goes away after delivery.
It is mainly of two types hypothyroidism and Hyperthyroidism both can be treated with out affecting quality of life.
Both Diet and Exercise are the pillars for healthy living . We will prescribe a suitable diet and exercise based on the age, basic health state.
People with long standing diabetes and poorly controlled diabetes are prone to develop diabetes related retinal problems, we will screen them annually to identify any retinal changes , which can be treated appropriately.
Feet is an important part of our body, as any injury can impair the mobility and quality of life. We have specialized tests like Biothesiometer, hand held Arterial Doppler, Harris Matt, Mon-filament testing, to detect diabetic neuropathy, peripheral vascular disease. identify Pressure points to prevent corns and calluses.
To detect any cardiac abnormality
Helps us better understand glycaemic variability, and blood sugars can be better managed with precision.
There are many health issues that need a family physician. We are glad to offer this service.
Most adults with hypertension and diabetes will have high levels of LDL-cholesterol and triglycerides, they have to be treated to avoid clogging of small arteries in the heart, arteries that supply blood to the brain and the peripheral arteries in the legs there by preventing Heart attack, stroke and poor blood supply to the feet.
It is common in diabetic patients which can be treated successfully.
This helps us diagnose if a person is hypertensive.
Delivers insulin continuously , used by Type 1 patients but can also be used in type 2 patients
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People with diabetes tend to have many skin related issues.
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