Monday, March 28, 2011

Gestational diabetes mellitus

Gestational diabetes mellitus,,?
does it develop in every women getting pregnant
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No and it will disappear once bub arrives but you may be a little more susceptible to getting diabetes when you are older.
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no..it doesnt develop in every women getting pregnant
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Not every pregnant women developes gestational diabetes. Since this is however a common problem and treatable, all pregnant women are tested. Uncontrolled diabetes while pregnant makes for a large baby which could cause problems during the birth and then after the baby is born they can have their blood sugars crash and that's not good for them. If you develop diabetes while pregnant, it means that you could get diabetes later in life or at least you are in a high risk group.






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Thursday, March 24, 2011

What does it mean to have diabetes mellitus at 30 weeks pregnant

What does it mean to have diabetes mellitus at 30 weeks pregnant?
Im 30 weeks pregnant. I went in for my one hour Glucose test and My results came back positive for Diabetes Mellitus, So now I have to do a 3 Day diet and go back in for the 3 hour glucose test. What are the Treatments? What does it mean??? .. What is Diabetes Mellitus and what can I expect from here..?? Does that mean my baby could be deformed, or be unhealthy? Or that he can develop these things because of this? LOL Sorry for ALL the Questions, Im just a Young mother that is worried. Thank you for all the Help. I appreciate it. :]
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The one hour glucose test did not come back 'positive' for diabetes mellitus. It came back as suggestive of gestational diabetes. Some women develop an elevated glucose during pregnancy - referred to as gestational diabetes. The physician wants you to undergo a three hour glucose test to confirm the diagnosis. If you prove to have gestational diabetes the treatment is with analog insulins. It does not mean that you will have diabetes after delivering your child. It most definitely does not mean that your child has diabetes. If identified and treated promptly - there is no significant risk to the child. It does not mean that the baby could be defored or be unhealthy or that the child will develop any health problems as long as you are properly diagnosed or treated. First wait and see if the diagnosis is gestational diabetes. Then follow your physician's insulin regimen as precisely as you are able. This is not uncommon in pregnancy, and therefore, the approach to treatment is well defined. It sounds as if your physician has done due diligence in identifying a potential problem. If you have gestational diabetes your physician should be able to insure that no harm will come to mother or child. I wish you both the very best of health and may God bless.
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I know you might find this strange but some Pregnant people only have Diabetes with the pregnancy after the baby is born its goes away i don't know what it is in your case but. The Baby will be fine as long as you keep your blood at a normal level witch is 6.7 or 7.0 i am Diabetic and i'm only 15 but i was worried about my children when i'm older and i found out that if you don't look after your blood levels then you might have a Misscarage or a Still birth i don't want to scare you but look after the both of you ;)





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Sunday, March 20, 2011

Does diabetes Mellitus in pregnant women poses problems

Does diabetes Mellitus in pregnant women poses problems?

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The prevalence of Type-2 diabetes mellitus is higher in women, partly related to obesity. The Type-2 diabetes typically doubles the coronary heart disease risk in men and triples the risk in women. Diabetes Mellitus in pregnant women poses problems for the mother, fetus and child. Women with established diabetes may have menstrual problems and difficulties in conceiving, while pregnancy itself worsens diabetic control and may cause certain diabetic complications to progress in mother. Maternal diabetes is also hazardous for the fetus and carries an increased risk for fetal loss and major congenital malformations. However, nowadays most women of child bearing age can realistically expect to become mothers of healthy children with intensive glycemic control. Improvements have ranged from technological advances in fetal surveillance (ultrasound scanning), home glucose monitoring and intensive insulin regimens have enabled even women with multiple diabetic complications to have successful pregnancies. Diabetes Mellitus in pregnancy is classified into pre-gestational and gestational diabetes; gestational diabetes is defined as diabetes that is discovered during pregnancy. Approximately 7% of all pregnancies are complicated by GDM. Normal pregnancy reduces insulin sensitivity because of diabetogenic effects of placental hormones. This effect is maximal in the late second and third trimester. Gestationaldiabetes resolves after delivery, but may recur in subsequent pregnancies and the lifetime risk for developing Type-2 diabetes is 30%. Indications for detection of diabetes in pregnant women * Family history of Diabetes * Glucose in urine sample * History of unexplained prenatal loss * History of large baby * History of congenitally malformation infant * Maternal obesity * Maternal age more than 25 years * Members of ethnic/racial group with high prevalence of Diabetes Mellitus To prevent excess spontaneous abortion and congenital malformations in infants of diabetic mothers, diabetes care and education must begin before conception. There are no contraceptive methods that are specifically contraindicated in women with diabetes. The selection of a method should focus on methods with proven high degrees of effectiveness. Once patient achieves stable sugar control then contraception can be discounted and plan for pregnancy. Management during pregnancy Quit smoking/alcohol Home blood glucose monitoring Diet control/Folate supplementation Regular exercise Fetal monitoring by ultrasound scan Accurate insulin regimen
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Most definitely YES! Contact your gynecologist and have yourself tested. If you are even a hint of close to Type 2, see a dietitian. The fetus inherits many side ailments from the mother not LESS of which can be BIRTH DEFECTS! Go see a doctor. Not Yahoo Answers.
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Yes, yes, yes. You don't give any indication if this affects you personally (or someone you know) but know that you need to have your blood sugars well under control before you try to conceive. There are serious birth defects that have been linked to high blood sugars during the earliest weeks of pregnancy - like a hole in the heart or deformation of the spinal column. Your chances of miscarriage skyrocket if you have uncontrolled blood sugars. "Poses problems" - what an understatement! It can be done and diabetics can have healthy babies, but it takes vigilance and constant monitoring.






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Wednesday, March 16, 2011

A type of diabetes mellitus that occurs in pregnant woman during the later months of pregnancy is called

A type of diabetes mellitus that occurs in pregnant woman during the later months of pregnancy is called?
A. Insulin Resitance B. Type I diabetes mellitus C. Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) D. Polydipsia
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Gestational
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yep, C. if women have a larger baby it can put pressure on their pancreas which can cause diabetes.
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gestational diabetes mellitus
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C. haha i have type 1 diabetes, its found in kids and young adults and never gous away.
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When my spouse was diagnosed with diabetes, we didn't know how we were going to pay for everything. Fortunately, we were able to get a free blood glucose meter at http://ow.ly/1ruPo. Hopefully this helps out other people that are in the same situation as us.





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Saturday, March 12, 2011

Can you PLEASE help me solve these!? 10 extra points

Can you PLEASE help me solve these!? 10 extra points*?
I'm taking my health class online and I have no clue what these questions mean! PLEASEPLEASEPLEASEPLEASE HELPP MEE!!! What is a typical reason that a two-year-old should see a health care provider? to be assessed for cancer to receive an immunization to have a Pap smear to have blood work for cholesterol done An injection of which of the following can help to the body improve one's own immunity and life-long resistance to specific types of infectious diseases? hormones vaccinations chemotherapy drugs antibiotics Which health care professional would be responsible for providing an ultrasound to a pregnant woman to visualize the fetus and its development? phlebotomist registered nurse dietitian radiologic technician Which birth defects occurs when the roof of the mouth does not fuse together? Muscular Dystrophy Spina Bifida Down's Syndrome Cleft Palate The loss of which hormone contributes to osteoporosis? insulin oxytocin estrogen thyroxine Which of the following behaviors will not help reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease? using sunscreen maintaining a healthy weight exercising regularly eating a low-fat diet When the body doesn't produce insulin, what is the effect? cells absorb too much glucose and the blood sugar is low cells don't absorb enough glucose and the blood sugar is high cells produce too much glucose and the body uses fat for energy cells don't produce enough glucose and the body stores fat What can people do to reduce their risk of developing type 2, or adult-onset, diabetes? reduce salt intake wear sunscreen or protective clothing when outside take insulin regularly eat a healthy diet and maintain a proper body weight What can people do to reduce their risk of developing skin cancer? reduce salt intake wear sunscreen or protective clothing when outside take insulin regularly eat a healthy diet and maintain a proper body weight What is the most prominent and preventable risk factor contributing to lung cancer? air pollution no insulin produced lack of exercise smoking What is the single, most effective means of breaking the chain of infection? wearing gloves when in direct contact with people using disposable tissues for the cold or flu washing hands frequently throughout the day cooking and storing foods at their proper temperature A fifty-two-year-old woman feels a squeezing, crushing pain in her chest. The pain also extends to her left arm, neck, and shoulder. She is short of breath. What is she suffering from? diabetes mellitus a stroke a heart attack breast cancer What is metastasis? swelling because of fluid retention in the abdomen cancer cells leaving a tumor and invading other parts of the body breathing into an inhaler to open up the airways using a balloon on a long tube to flatten plaque in an artery Which of the following best increases the chance of surviving nearly any type of cancer? chemotherapy radiation early detection surgery What infection is transmitted by mosquitoes and is relatively new to the United States and can cause flu-like symptoms that can result in encephalitis? West Nile Virus lung cancer heart disease Alzheimer's disease There have been documented cases of HIV being passed through all these ways except which of the following? excessive sweating breast-feeding blood transfusions sexual intercourse Which of the following is a myth about HIV and AIDS? There is no cure for HIV infection. Only homosexual men get AIDS. The virus that causes AIDS attacks the immune system. Many HIV-infected people look and feel fine. What is the most common way hepatitis A is transmitted? fecal-oral route sexual contact contaminated needles breast-feeding How does HIV affect the body? It infects red blood cells, decreasing the amount of oxygen the blood can carry. It infects certain white blood cells, destroying the immune system and making the body susceptible to infection. It infects the alveoli of the lungs, reducing lung capacity and the effectiveness of the respiratory system. It infects blood-forming cells in the bone marrow, producing anemia and destroying the immune system.
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Break this up into 5 - 10 questions. Good luck. HINT... they're all really obvious.
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dude thats rediculous.
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1. B
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some of these questions are hard but i few your making more complicated
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Are you serious, you have no clue? Pull out the book you were suppose have read from and do that.
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the last answer is that it infects certain white blood cells, destroying the immune system. It affects helper T cells.
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1. B 2. B 3. D 4. D 5. C 6. B 7. A 8. D 9. B 10. D 11. C 12. C 13. B 14. C 15. A 16. A 17. B 18. B 19. B
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1 B 2 B 3 A 4 D 5 D 6 A 7 A 8 D 9 B 10 D 11 C 12 C 13 B 14 C 15 A 16 A 17 B 18 C 19 B
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What is a typical reason that a two-year-old should see a health care provider? to receive an immunization An injection of which of the following can help to the body improve one's own immunity and life-long resistance to specific types of infectious diseases? vaccinations Which health care professional would be responsible for providing an ultrasound to a pregnant woman to visualize the fetus and its development? registered nurse Which birth defects occurs when the roof of the mouth does not fuse together? Cleft Palate The loss of which hormone contributes to osteoporosis? estrogen Which of the following behaviors will not help reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease? using sunscreen When the body doesn't produce insulin, what is the effect? cells don't absorb enough glucose and the blood sugar is high What can people do to reduce their risk of developing type 2, or adult-onset, diabetes? eat a healthy diet and maintain a proper body weight What can people do to reduce their risk of developing skin cancer? wear sunscreen or protective clothing when outside What is the most prominent and preventable risk factor contributing to lung cancer? smoking What is the single, most effective means of breaking the chain of infection? washing hands frequently throughout the day A fifty-two-year-old woman feels a squeezing, crushing pain in her chest. The pain also extends to her left arm, neck, and shoulder. She is short of breath. What is she suffering from? a heart attack What is metastasis? cancer cells leaving a tumor and invading other parts of the body Which of the following best increases the chance of surviving nearly any type of cancer? early detection What infection is transmitted by mosquitoes and is relatively new to the United States and can cause flu-like symptoms that can result in encephalitis? West Nile Virus There have been documented cases of HIV being passed through all these ways except which of the following? breast-feeding blood transfusions sexual intercourse Which of the following is a myth about HIV and AIDS? Only homosexual men get AIDS What is the most common way hepatitis A is transmitted? fecal-oral route How does HIV affect the body? It infects certain white blood cells, destroying the immune system and making the body susceptible to infection.
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to be assessed for cancer 2vaccinations 3,registered nurse 4 Muscular Dystrophy 5 oxytocin (not to sure on that one) 6 maintaining a healthy weight 7 cells absorb too much glucose and the blood sugar is low (note you get no insuline and older people as well as younger can die from it, it starts becoause of youor pancrase) 8, eat a healthy diet and maintain a proper body weight 9 wear sunscreen or protective clothing when outside 10,smoking 11, washing hands frequently throughout the day 12, a heart attack 13, swelling because of fluid retention in the abdomen (guessed tha one) 14, chemotherapy 15, West Nile Virus 16,, excessive sweating 17,Only homosexual men get AIDS 18, sexual contact 19, It infects blood-forming cells in the bone marrow, producing anemia and destroying the immune system.
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Hmm... I'm not for sure on all of them, but I hope this helps! 1. to recieve an immunization 2. vaccination 3. 4. cleft palet 5. 6. using sunscreen 7. 8. 9. wear sunscreen or protective clothing 10. smoking 11. washing hands frequently throughout the day 12. heart attack 13. 14. early detection 15. West Nile 16. 17. 18. 19. those are the only answers I know but you can Google the rest and find the answers easily.
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1. to receive an immunization 2. vaccinations 3. radiologic technician 4. Cleft Palate 5. estrogen 6. using sunscreen 7. cells don't absorb enough glucose and the blood sugar is high 8. eat a healthy diet and maintain a proper body weight 9. wear sunscreen or protective clothing when outside 10. washing hands frequently throughout the day 11. smoking 12. a heart attack 13. cancer cells leaving a tumor and invading other parts of the body 14. early detection 15. West Nile Virus 16. excessive sweating 17. Only homosexual men get AIDS. 18. fecal-oral route 19. It infects blood-forming cells in the bone marrow, producing anemia and destroying the immune system.
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1. immunization 2. vaccinations 3. radiologic technician 4. cleft palate 5.estrogen 6. exercising 7. cells dono't absorb enough glucose and the blood sugar is high 8. eating a healthy diet and maintaining the proper body weight 9. wear sunscreen 10. smoking 11. washing hands throughout the day 12. heart attack. 13. cancer cells leaving a tumor 14. early detection 15. west nile virus 16. excessive sweating. 17. only homosexual men get aids 18. contaminated needles 19. it infects certain white blood cells, destroying the immune system and making the body susceptible to infection





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Tuesday, March 8, 2011

Do you think that Black Seed Oil can be used as a treatment for HIV/AIDS

Do you think that Black Seed Oil can be used as a treatment for HIV/AIDS?
I AM SORRY THAT THIS IS LONG, BUT PLEASE READ I am currently doing research about Black Seeds. It is also known as Black Coriander or Black Caraway seeds. It is know that Black Seeds can cure/treat many medical ailments. Well in my Biology class, we were learning about adaptation, and an example is the AIDS virus. When ever this one perosn took the medication, it seemed that somehow the virus would adapt to it. Well since I have heard of Black Seed, and I have done some research, I was wondering if it can treat HIV/AIDS. I know that it may not completley cure it, or that you need to take this for a while to see results, i was just wondering about the possibilities. Based on this info, what do you think? Any comments will be accepted. It would help me if you cite your information (if you can). -Black seed unquestionably has a positive and stabilizing effect on the human immune system which . Moreover, since diseases are the result of defective immune systems, it is fair to assume that the beneficial effects go beyond skin disorders and allergies. Since the immune system has a direct or indirect effect on all the systems of the body, when you are infected by any disease, the power of the immunity system affects the cure of this disease. -Black seed is a safe and effective herb that can be used by almost anyone. No irritations or side effects are caused when the right dose is correctly applied. Its benefits are obtained through consistent use,the effects are medium to long term. Diabetes is useful in the treatment of diabetes mellitus or diabetes caused by an allergy. However it is recommended that the treatment be supervises because Black seed does lower blood sugar levels. Black seed should not be taken by pregnant women if their wombs are sensitive -Mahfouz and El-Dakhakhny, prominent Egyptian researchers isolated the active principle nigellone from Black Seed's essential oil in 1959. There are over 100 different chemical components in the seed. Nigella and melatin are two ingredients in Black Seed that contribute greatly to its highly diversified powers. These substances work together to provide the digestive benefits that have been revered in Black Seed. They also promote cleansing and assist with overall eliminating action. Two of the most volatile oils found in Black seed are nigellone and thymoquinone which were fist discovered in the herb in 1985. Nigellone offers both anti-spasmodic and bronchodilating properties which contribute to Black Seed's potency against respiratory ailments. It also acts as an antihistamine which helps to reduce the negative symptoms of allergy sufferers. Thymoquinone contains excellent anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties. It is also a strong anti-oxidant and helps cleanse the body of toxins. Both nigellone and thymoquinone work in conjunction with one another to enhance Black Seed's action against respiratory ailments. It also provides a healthy alternative to the more commonly prescribed cortisone based therapies used by allergy sufferers. Black seed provides a rich supply of polyunsaturated fatty acids. These ingredients play a key role in daily health and wellness. They help to regulate the metabolism, carry toxins to the skin's surface for elimination, balance insulin levels, regulate cholesterol, improve body circulation, and promote healthy liver function. A deficiency in polyunsaturated fatty acids can lead to a wide number of health problems including nervous system disorders, uninhibited growths, and skin diseases. Black seed contains over 100 valuable nutrients. It is comprised of approximately 21% protein, 38% carbohydrates, and 35% plant fats and oils. The active ingredients of black seed are nigellone, thymoquinone, and fixed oils. Black seed also contains significant proportions of protein, carbohydrates and essential fatty acids. Other ingredients include linoleic acid, oleic acid, calcium, potassium, iron, zinc, magnesium, selenium, vitamin A, vitamin B, vitamin B2, niacin, and vitamin C. A 1994 study conducted in London by King's College revealed that Black Seed has properties that inhibit certain enzymes, which also inhibit the production of certain prostaglandins. This is more proof that the rich and complex combination of elements found in Black Seed work together for a total effect. Black Seed has over 1400 years history of use. Many ancient books and text suggest the following traditional uses for Black Seed. But please note, that these should not be understood as cures or treatments for any disease or illness. Now this is only some of the research that I have done. I have not actually done some testing or anything, I am just in High School. Right now, I am in the stage of gathering information.
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you have said it all and did the research yourself, noone can add to that!! at the end we hope so!! there is no desease without cure we just have to dig in!!
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What's the active ingredient? Can it be synthesized or purified on a large scale? What's the target? What's the mechanism of action? What's the effectiveness compared to current treatments? These are the questions that must be answered before it can be used to treat anything. There's a reason medicine doesn't just use things like this. Until you know what molecule is doing what you don't know about any possible cross-reactions, toxicity issues, and most importantly you can't quantify everything since the amount of active ingredient isn't controlled.





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Friday, March 4, 2011

I need help in biology! please

I need help in biology! please?
need help in my biology HW 1.what is the difference between endocrine and exocrine glands? 2.describe the process of feedback inhibition? 3.how is the endocrine system regulated? 4.why does the endocrine system have to be controlled? 5. how is the posterior pituitary gland related to both the central nervous system and the endocrine system? 6. how do type I and II diabetes mellitus differ? 7. how does a pregnant woman endanger her embryo or fetus by smoking tobacco? 8 relationship between hormones and target cells
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1. Exocrine glands are glands that retain ducts to body surfaces. Most glands of the body are exocrine types with ducts connecting to anatomical surfaces; salivary, sweat. Endocrine glands are therefore referred to as "ductless" glands. Endocrine glands are the hormone producing structures of the body; pancreas, thyroid. Ugh, only one answer per question ><





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Tuesday, March 1, 2011

Questions about diabetes

Questions about diabetes?
please match these Diabetes Insulin Glucose “blood sugar” type 1 diabetes type 2 diabetes gestational diabetes diabetes mellitus fasting blood plasma diabetes educator hypoglycemia hyperglycemia ketones regular insulin rapid acting insulin ultra-long-acting insulin endocrinologist nutritionist/dietician ophthalmologist 1: Means that the person getting tested doesn't eat or dirink anyting except water for at lease eight hours before the diabetes test. 2: Begins working in thirty minutes to an hour. 3: The acidic product that results from the body burning fat, which happens when the body runs out of insulin. 4: A specialist in diseases of the endocrine system, of which the pancreas is a prt. 5: A disease in which the body either does not produce or des not properly use the hormone insulin. 6: Full name of the disease diabetes. 7: The body cannot produce any insulin. 8: Someone trained in helping people manage day-to-day diabetes treatment and concerns. 9: The clear part of blood that carries red and white blood cells. It also carries glucose. 10: The body's main fuel which is made in the stomach and small intestine from the conversion of carbohydrates you eat. 11: Someone who can help you understand what you should be eating in order to manage your diabetes. 12: Glucose 13: Low blood sugar - could be in need of fast-acting carbs. 14: Eperienced temporarily by about 1 to 4 percent of pregnant women. 15: A hormone that is necessary for the body to change food into the energy it needs. 16: The body cannot produce enough insulin, can't use it efficiently, or both. 17: High blood sugar. 18: Starts working in a little more than an hour but then keeps working without peaks for twenty-four hours. 19: Starts working in five to ten minutes. 20: A doctor who specializes in the care and treatment of a diabetic's eyes.
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I'm wondering whether you've actually given any thought to this homework. Anyway, here are the correct answers: 1: Means that the person getting tested doesn't eat or drink anything except water for at lease eight hours before the diabetes test. – fasting 2: Begins working in thirty minutes to an hour. – regular insulin 3: The acidic product that results from the body burning fat, which happens when the body runs out of insulin. – ketones 4: A specialist in diseases of the endocrine system, of which the pancreas is a part. – endocrinologist 5: A disease in which the body either does not produce or des not properly use the hormone insulin. – diabetes 6: Full name of the disease diabetes. – diabetes mellitus 7: The body cannot produce any insulin. – type 1 diabetes 8: Someone trained in helping people manage day-to-day diabetes treatment and concerns. – diabetes educator 9: The clear part of blood that carries red and white blood cells. It also carries glucose. – blood plasma 10: The body's main fuel which is made in the stomach and small intestine from the conversion of carbohydrates you eat. – glucose 11: Someone who can help you understand what you should be eating in order to manage your diabetes. – nutritionist/dietician 12: Glucose – “blood sugar” 13: Low blood sugar - could be in need of fast-acting carbs. – hypoglycaemia 14: Experienced temporarily by about 1 to 4 percent of pregnant women. – gestational diabetes 15: A hormone that is necessary for the body to change food into the energy it needs. – insulin 16: The body cannot produce enough insulin, can't use it efficiently, or both. – type 2 diabetes 17: High blood sugar. – hyperglycemia 18: Starts working in a little more than an hour but then keeps working without peaks for twenty-four hours. – ultra-long-acting insulin 19: Starts working in five to ten minutes. – rapid acting insulin 20: A doctor who specializes in the care and treatment of a diabetic's eyes. - ophthalmologist






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