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Does smoking increase the risk of developing diabetes and worsen complications in existing diabetic patients?
Smoking worsens insulin resistance and harms pancreatic beta cells, raising diabetes risk. For those with diabetes, it also speeds up complications like heart, kidney, and nerve damage.
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Can a glucagon injection be used to rapidly raise blood sugar in case of hypoglycemia?
A glucagon injection is a medication used to quickly raise blood sugar in emergency situations where severe hypoglycemia causes loss of consciousness or seizures. It promotes the breakdown of glycogen stored in the liver into glucose, thereby raising bloo
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Should diabetic patients regularly check their blood sugar levels during long-distance driving?
For diabetic drivers, hypoglycemia during long trips can impair driving and cause accidents. To ensure safety, check your blood sugar regularly and consume snacks when necessary.
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Can diabetic patients develop anemia due to kidney complications?
As diabetic kidney disease (nephropathy) progresses and kidney function declines, the production of erythropoietin, a hormone that stimulates red blood cell production in the kidneys, decreases, which can lead to anemia.
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Can Metformin, one of the diabetes medications, cause Vitamin B12 deficiency with long-term use?
Metformin is a widely used medication for Type 2 diabetes, but long-term use can interfere with Vitamin B12 absorption, leading to a deficiency. Therefore, it is recommended for patients taking Metformin to regularly check their Vitamin B12 levels.
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Is the recommended blood pressure target for diabetic patients the same as for the general population?
Diabetic patients have a higher risk of cardiovascular disease, so generally, stricter blood pressure control targets (e.g., below 130/80 mmHg) are often recommended compared to the general population. This is very important for preventing complications.
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Should diabetic patients consider getting vaccinated against pneumococcal disease in addition to the flu shot?
Diabetic patients have weakened immune systems and a higher risk of developing pneumonia caused by pneumococcus, in addition to the flu. Therefore, pneumococcal vaccination is recommended along with the flu shot to help prevent severe respiratory complica
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Can taking oral contraceptives affect blood sugar control in women with diabetes?
Hormones (especially estrogen and progesterone) contained in some oral contraceptives can increase insulin resistance and raise blood sugar levels. Therefore, women with diabetes should pay attention to blood sugar changes and consult their healthcare pro
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Is it important for diabetic patients to perform ketone testing when they feel their blood sugar is high?
When blood sugar remains very high (especially above 250 mg/dL), there is a risk of diabetic ketoacidosis, making it important to check for ketone bodies through ketone testing. This is even more crucial for Type 1 diabetic patients.
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Can bariatric surgery (e.g., gastric band surgery) induce diabetes remission in some Type 2 diabetic patients?
Bariatric surgery can help morbidly obese type 2 diabetics achieve diabetes remission by promoting weight loss and improving blood sugar through gut hormone changes.
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