Category: Diabetes

Hemoglobin A1c (also called HbA`c, HA1c, or A1C) is measured periodically every 2 to 3 months to determine the average blood sugar level over the lifespan of the red blood cell. While finger pricks self-testing provides information on blood glucose for that day, the HbA1c test shows how well blood sugar has been controlled over…

Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) is a life-threatening complication caused by insulin deficiency. Severely low insulin levels cause excessive amounts of glucose in the bloodstream (hyperglycaemia). Fat breakdown then accelerates and increase the production of fatty acids. These fatty acids are converted into chemicals called ketone bodies, which are toxic at high levels. – #PBNFacts #ProjectBlueNovember the…

Symptoms and complications of hyperglycaemia include: Nausea and vomiting Deep and rapid breathing may occur with frequent sighing Rapid heartbeat Severe dehydration – #PBNFacts #ProjectBlueNovember the quote is from Project Blue November

Diabetes is a 24 hour disease. Just because a person goes to sleep, doesn’t mean the diabetes does. – #PBNFacts #ProjectBlueNovember the quote is from Project Blue November

There currently is NO cure for Type 1 Diabetes or Type 2 Diabetes – #PBNFacts #ProjectBlueNovember the quote is from Project Blue November

People with diabetes and their family members have a 20 percent risk for developing other autoimmune diseases as well, such as Celiac disease, Thyroid disease, and Addison’s disease. – #PBNFacts #ProjectBlueNovember the quote is from Project Blue November