The condition is usually manifested with low potassium levels and high blood pressure in the blood. Anyone can develop aldosteronism. There are certain risk factors that make an individual more susceptible to the condition, including If the person is already being treated with three or more medications for hypertension. Patients who have a family history of Aldosteronism When the person has Hypokalemia (Low p  Read More

Some of the signs and symptoms of type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes are: Increased thirst Frequent urination Extreme hunger Unexplained weight loss Presence of ketones in the urine (ketones are a byproduct of the breakdown of muscle and fat that happens when there's not enough available insulin) Fatigue Irritability Blurred vision Slow-healing sore  Read More

Signs and symptoms of type 2 diabetes often develop slowly. In fact, you can be living with type 2 diabetes for years and not know it. When signs and symptoms are present, they may include: Increased thirst Frequent urination Increased hunger Unintended weight loss Fatigue Blurred vision Slow-healing sores Frequent infections Numbness or tingling in  Read More

The actual cause of this disorder is still not clear, but there are some risk factors doctors and researchers have noted that can lead to diabetic bearded woman syndrome- In almost 50% of these cases, it is a genetic transmission. Obesity might be a risk factor that develops this syndrome in the older days. This syndrome is seen particularly in postmenopausal women, so it is important for every woman to take  Read More

Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a very serious diabetic complication where the body starts to produce high levels of blood acid - ketones. This is a condition where your body is not able to produce enough insulin naturally by the body. The treatments which are currently prescribed for KDA are-Fluid Replacement: Depending on your situation, you will receive fluids to help you rehydrate. This is do  Read More

A personalized treatment plan can be employed to manage the high blood sugar level, which might vary depending on duration, frequency, the severity of the condition, age, overall health, and cognitive function of the individual. Insulin – Insulin, is a hormone responsible for controlling blood sugar levels. Since patients with type 1 diabetes don’t produce adequate insulin, they need to be treated with multiple daily  Read More

  Medications – Certain drugs such as Metformin (Fortamet, Glucophage, Glumetza, Riomet) will be prescribed to keep the blood sugar level in check. In some cases, blood pressure medications and statins reduce the level of LDL cholesterol in the blood. Diet changes – Consuming a nutrient-rich and moderate carbohydrate diet including nuts, fruits, vegetables, legumes, and more will reduce the risk of dev  Read More

Signs and symptoms of type 2 diabetes often develop slowly. In fact, you can be living with type 2 diabetes for years and not know it. When signs and symptoms are present, they may include: Increased thirst Frequent urination Increased hunger Unintended weight loss Fatigue Blurred vision Slow-healing sores Frequent infections Numbness or tingling in  Read More

Normally, the body excretes glucose in the urine only when there is an excess glucose level in the blood.In healthy people, the glucose will be completely reabsorbed into the blood after filtration.However, in patients affected by Non-diabetic Glycosuia, the glucose may not be completely reabsorbed by the condition but will be excreted in the urine, despite the blood glucose level being in its healthy rang  Read More

Type 1 diabetes signs and symptoms can appear relatively suddenly and may include: Increased thirst Frequent urination Bed-wetting in children who previously didn't wet the bed during the night Extreme hunger Unintended weight loss Irritability and other mood changes Fatigue and weakness Blurred vision When to see a doctor Consult you  Read More

Vasopressin-resistant diabetes insipidus or Nephrogenic Diabetes Insipidus (NDI) is a rare kidney disorder. It causes them to malfunction, causing the body to lose too much water. It occurs when the body's response to the hormone vasopressin fails. Depending on the hormone level or the severity of the symptoms, this condition can be mild or severe. This condition can be inherited or acquired. Symptoms of hereditary NDI may app  Read More