Diabetes and Pregnancy
During pregnancy, it is especially important to monitor blood sugar levels closely because if the blood sugar level is high, it could lead to gestational diabetes.
Diabetes and cardiovascular disease found to increase COVID-19 severity
The COVID-19 pandemic is the defining global health crisis and it has become the greatest challenge we have recently encountered. Based on currently available information obtained from clinical studies, conclusive evidence indicating that patients with diabetes or cardiovascular disease are more susceptible to the infections has not been derived yet.
Diabetes and the elderly
Most countries in the world have rising life expectancy and ageing population due to advanced medical technology. Particularly in Thailand, the number of population aged over 60 has been increasing continuously, allowing for the country to become super aged society.
Injectable medication as an effective adjuvant to reduce weight and regulate insulin in patients with diabetes
Being overweight or obese significantly increases the chances of developing health-related problems e.g. diabetes, hypertension, dyslipidemia (high blood lipids), cardiovascular diseases and certain types of cancer. A number of clinical studies have indicated that central obesity (abdominal obesity) is strongly associated with the development of insulin resistance, diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. Without appropriate treatment and lifestyle modifications, central obesity can potentially lead to these chronic conditions, resulting in other serious complications and even premature death.
Hashimoto's thyroiditis – an autoimmune disease that leads to hypothyroidism
The thyroid gland is a butterfly-shaped gland located in the front of the neck. It is a vital hormone gland that plays several major roles in the metabolism, growth and development of the body.
Do not neglect thyroid lumps.
The thyroid is an organ located at the front of the neck, weighing about 20 grams and has a butterfly shape. It functions to produce and secrete thyroid hormones, which stimulate various organs throughout the body to function, especially the heart and brain, and regulates the metabolism of different cells in the body.
Diabetes and obesity found to increase COVID-19 severity
The COVID-19 pandemic is the defining global health crisis of our time and it has become the greatest challenge we have recently encountered. Since COVID-19 is a novel disease, therefore there is limited information regarding risk factors for severe illness.
How to Eat When You Have Diabetes
Diabetic food is not specially different from the food we eat in our daily lives. Therefore, diabetics can eat the same food as everyone else, only with more caution in selecting quality food types and controlling the quantity of food consumed to make it more appropriate, to prevent excessive sugar intake into the body.
Reducing Diabetes Risks for the Whole Family
The number of type 2 diabetes adult patients is striking. Even more alarming, it is now beginning to show up in children and teenagers. When it comes to type 2 diabetes, prevention is a big deal. It is never too late to start.
Insulin Pump: A Helper for Controlling Blood Sugar in Diabetes Patients
Insulin Pump: A Helper for Blood Sugar Control for Diabetes Patients
Misconceptions about Diabetes
Misconceptions About Diabetes
Summer Diabetes
When summer arrives with its sweltering temperatures soaring through the roof, it results in especially increased fatigue for individuals with chronic diseases such as diabetes, due to the hot weather and conditions. This makes it crucial for them to receive more attentive care than usual, as poor management can lead to illness and, in severe cases, death.