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Gestational Diabetes Mellitus – Part 4

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What Is Prediabetes?

Prediabetes is a ...

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Apr 30

What Is Prediabetes?

Prediabetes is a condition in which blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but not high enough to be considered diabetes

Prediabetes is diagnosed via a blood test:
- Fasting blood glucose OR
- 75 g oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT)

Having prediabetes increases the risk of a person eventually developing type 2 diabetes if nothing is done

Studies have shown that lifestyle changes can possibly reverse prediabetes and reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes:
- Eating a healthier diet
- Engaging in regular physical exercise
- Losing weight if you are overweight or obese

It is not too late to make a change if you are found to have prediabetes

#prediabetes #type2diabetes #healthylifestyle #healthydiet #regularexercise #loseweịght #weightloss

What Is Prediabetes?

Prediabetes is a condition in which blood sugar levels are higher than normal, but not high enough to be considered diabetes

Prediabetes is diagnosed via a blood test:
- Fasting blood glucose OR
- 75 g oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT)

Having prediabetes increases the risk of a person eventually developing type 2 diabetes if nothing is done

Studies have shown that lifestyle changes can possibly reverse prediabetes and reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes:
- Eating a healthier diet
- Engaging in regular physical exercise
- Losing weight if you are overweight or obese

It is not too late to make a change if you are found to have prediabetes

#prediabetes #type2diabetes #healthylifestyle #healthydiet #regularexercise #loseweịght #weightloss ...

Complications of Diabetes Mellitus

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Apr 22

Complications of Diabetes Mellitus

High blood glucose levels can damage blood vessels, leading to problems in the various organs in the body.

These complications include:
1. Heart disease
2. Stroke
3. Eye disease
4. Kidney disease
5. Nerve disease
6. Foot disease

Controlling blood glucose levels can prevent the occurrence or deterioration of these complications.

#diabetes #diabetesmellitus #type2diabetes #type1diabetes #diabetescomplications #heartdisease #stroke #diabeticretinopathy #kidneydisease #diabeticneuropathy #diabeticfoot

Complications of Diabetes Mellitus

High blood glucose levels can damage blood vessels, leading to problems in the various organs in the body.

These complications include:
1. Heart disease
2. Stroke
3. Eye disease
4. Kidney disease
5. Nerve disease
6. Foot disease

Controlling blood glucose levels can prevent the occurrence or deterioration of these complications.

#diabetes #diabetesmellitus #type2diabetes #type1diabetes #diabetescomplications #heartdisease #stroke #diabeticretinopathy #kidneydisease #diabeticneuropathy #diabeticfoot ...

Common Symptoms of Diabetes

Frequent ...

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Apr 11

Common Symptoms of Diabetes

Frequent urination
Increased thirst
Unexplained weight loss
Feeling tired and weak
Blurred vision
Feeling hungry frequently
Poorly healing wounds
Numbness and/or tingling in fingers and/or toes

The symptoms can be so mild that they go unnoticed.

See a doctor for a blood test if you have any of the symptoms, even if mild.

#diabetes #diabetesmellitus #type2diabetes #type1diabetes #diabetessymptoms #diabetic
#diabetestype2 #diabetestype1

Common Symptoms of Diabetes

Frequent urination
Increased thirst
Unexplained weight loss
Feeling tired and weak
Blurred vision
Feeling hungry frequently
Poorly healing wounds
Numbness and/or tingling in fingers and/or toes

The symptoms can be so mild that they go unnoticed.

See a doctor for a blood test if you have any of the symptoms, even if mild.

#diabetes #diabetesmellitus #type2diabetes #type1diabetes #diabetessymptoms #diabetic
#diabetestype2 #diabetestype1 ...

Risk Factors for Prediabetes or Diabetes

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Apr 7

Risk Factors for Prediabetes or Diabetes

You are at higher risk of developing prediabetes or type 2 diabetes if you:

- Are 40 years or above in age

- Have parent(s) or sibling(s) with type 2 diabetes

- Have a body mass index (BMI) of 23.0 kg/m2 or higher

- Have an inactive lifestyle with little or no exercise

- Have a history of gestational diabetes (during pregnancy)

If you have any of the risk factors, see a doctor for a screening blood test:

1. Fasting blood glucose
- Normal: less than or equal to 6.0 mmol/L
- Prediabetes: 6.1 to 6.9 mmol/L
- Diabetes: more than or equal to 7.0 mmol/L

2. HbA1c
- Normal: less than 5.8%
- Prediabetes: 5.8 to 6.4%
- Diabetes: more than or equal to 6.5%

#diabetesmellitus #diabetes #type2diabetes #prediabetes #gdm #gestationaldiabetes

Risk Factors for Prediabetes or Diabetes

You are at higher risk of developing prediabetes or type 2 diabetes if you:

- Are 40 years or above in age

- Have parent(s) or sibling(s) with type 2 diabetes

- Have a body mass index (BMI) of 23.0 kg/m2 or higher

- Have an inactive lifestyle with little or no exercise

- Have a history of gestational diabetes (during pregnancy)

If you have any of the risk factors, see a doctor for a screening blood test:

1. Fasting blood glucose
- Normal: less than or equal to 6.0 mmol/L
- Prediabetes: 6.1 to 6.9 mmol/L
- Diabetes: more than or equal to 7.0 mmol/L

2. HbA1c
- Normal: less than 5.8%
- Prediabetes: 5.8 to 6.4%
- Diabetes: more than or equal to 6.5%

#diabetesmellitus #diabetes #type2diabetes #prediabetes #gdm #gestationaldiabetes ...

Foods To Eat Less Of - For People With Diabetes ...

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Mar 15

Foods To Eat Less Of - For People With Diabetes (Part 2)

- Potatoes
- Sweet corn
- Yam & tapioca
- Breakfast cereals
- Regular soft drinks
- Milk

These foods contain carbohydrates - when digested will lead to rise in blood sugar level.

Moderation is key!

#diabetes #diabetesmellitus #diabeticfood #diabeticdiet #diabetesdiet #diabetesfood

Foods To Eat Less Of - For People With Diabetes (Part 2)

- Potatoes
- Sweet corn
- Yam & tapioca
- Breakfast cereals
- Regular soft drinks
- Milk

These foods contain carbohydrates - when digested will lead to rise in blood sugar level.

Moderation is key!

#diabetes #diabetesmellitus #diabeticfood #diabeticdiet #diabetesdiet #diabetesfood ...

Foods To Eat Less Of - For People With Diabetes ...

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Mar 3

Foods To Eat Less Of - For People With Diabetes (Part 1)

- Bread, cakes and pastries
- Rice
- Noodles, kway teow, bee hoon
- Chapati, thosai, idli, para
- Fruits
- Desserts

These foods contain carbohydrates - when digested will lead to rise in blood sugar level.

Moderation is key!

#diabetes #diabetesmellitus #diabeticfood #diabeticdiet #diabetesdiet #diabetesfood #diabeticfood

Foods To Eat Less Of - For People With Diabetes (Part 1)

- Bread, cakes and pastries
- Rice
- Noodles, kway teow, bee hoon
- Chapati, thosai, idli, para
- Fruits
- Desserts

These foods contain carbohydrates - when digested will lead to rise in blood sugar level.

Moderation is key!

#diabetes #diabetesmellitus #diabeticfood #diabeticdiet #diabetesdiet #diabetesfood #diabeticfood ...

Happy Chinese New Year!!!

May you be ...

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Feb 11

Happy Chinese New Year!!!

May you be blessed with prosperity and health!

#cny #cny2021 #chinesenewyear

Happy Chinese New Year!!!

May you be blessed with prosperity and health!

#cny #cny2021 #chinesenewyear ...

Fight against Covid-19 continues with second dose ...

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Feb 9

Fight against Covid-19 continues with second dose of vaccine

Only had muscle ache at injection site with the first dose.

Let's hope no additional reaction to this second dose.

#covid_19 #covidvacccine

Fight against Covid-19 continues with second dose of vaccine

Only had muscle ache at injection site with the first dose.

Let's hope no additional reaction to this second dose.

#covid_19 #covidvacccine ...

The fight against Covid-19 continues...

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Jan 21

The fight against Covid-19 continues...

#covid_19 #covidvacccine

The fight against Covid-19 continues...

#covid_19 #covidvacccine ...

Happy New Year 2021!!!

Wishing for an end...

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Jan 3

Happy New Year 2021!!!

Wishing for an end to the COVID-19 pandemic for the world!

#happynewyear

Happy New Year 2021!!!

Wishing for an end to the COVID-19 pandemic for the world!

#happynewyear ...

Merry Christmas from Abel Soh Diabetes, Thyroid ...

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Dec 25

Merry Christmas from Abel Soh Diabetes, Thyroid and Endocrine Clinic!!!

#christmas #merrychristmas

Merry Christmas from Abel Soh Diabetes, Thyroid and Endocrine Clinic!!!

#christmas #merrychristmas ...

Hypercalcemia (High Blood Calcium Level)

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Nov 27

Hypercalcemia (High Blood Calcium Level)

Symptoms include:
- Excessive thirst and frequent urination
- Abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, constipation
- Bone pain, muscle weakness
- Lethargy, fatigue, depression

Causes include:
- Overactive parathyroid gland(s)
- Cancer (including lung and breast)
- Prolonged immobility
- Tuberculosis, sarcoidosis

Evaluation and treatment is important to prevent:
- Kidney stones and kidney failure
- Osteoporosis
- Abnormal heart rhythm
- Nervous system problems

#calcium #hypercalcemia #parathyroid #hyperparathyroidism #cancer

Hypercalcemia (High Blood Calcium Level)

Symptoms include:
- Excessive thirst and frequent urination
- Abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, constipation
- Bone pain, muscle weakness
- Lethargy, fatigue, depression

Causes include:
- Overactive parathyroid gland(s)
- Cancer (including lung and breast)
- Prolonged immobility
- Tuberculosis, sarcoidosis

Evaluation and treatment is important to prevent:
- Kidney stones and kidney failure
- Osteoporosis
- Abnormal heart rhythm
- Nervous system problems

#calcium #hypercalcemia #parathyroid #hyperparathyroidism #cancer ...

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal ...

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Nov 14

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder common among women of reproductive age.

Symptoms include:
- Prolonged or absent menstrual periods
- Severe acne
- Increased facial and body hair
- Male-pattern balding
- Infertility

Other possible associated conditions:
- Obesity
- Prediabetes or diabetes
- High cholesterol levels

Evaluation and treatment is important to improve symptoms and associated conditions

#pcos #polycysticovariansyndrome #polycysticovarysyndrome #amenorrhea

Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder common among women of reproductive age.

Symptoms include:
- Prolonged or absent menstrual periods
- Severe acne
- Increased facial and body hair
- Male-pattern balding
- Infertility

Other possible associated conditions:
- Obesity
- Prediabetes or diabetes
- High cholesterol levels

Evaluation and treatment is important to improve symptoms and associated conditions

#pcos #polycysticovariansyndrome #polycysticovarysyndrome #amenorrhea ...

World Diabetes Day 2020 (Singapore) is on 15 ...

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Oct 28

World Diabetes Day 2020 (Singapore) is on 15 November 2020 (Sunday).

There are lots of programmes lined up for this special day, including:
- The Nurse and Diabetes
- Diet and Diabetes
- Healthy Sweet Spot - Healthier Cookies
- Type 2 Diabetes and Technology
- Updates in Type 1 Diabetes 2020

Dr Abel Soh will be speaking on "Blood Glucose Monitoring and Glucose Sensors" at 3:00pm (SGT).

Go to www.wdd2020.com.sg/ to register for the talk.

#diabetes #diabetesmellitus #type2diabetes #type1diabetes #wdd2020

World Diabetes Day 2020 (Singapore) is on 15 November 2020 (Sunday).

There are lots of programmes lined up for this special day, including:
- The Nurse and Diabetes
- Diet and Diabetes
- Healthy Sweet Spot - Healthier Cookies
- Type 2 Diabetes and Technology
- Updates in Type 1 Diabetes 2020

Dr Abel Soh will be speaking on "Blood Glucose Monitoring and Glucose Sensors" at 3:00pm (SGT).

Go to www.wdd2020.com.sg/ to register for the talk.

#diabetes #diabetesmellitus #type2diabetes #type1diabetes #wdd2020 ...

Adrenal glands are two small glands that sit on ...

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Oct 27

Adrenal glands are two small glands that sit on top of each kidney.

They produce many hormones that regulate metabolism, blood pressure and stress response.

Overproduction of hormones from the adrenal glands can lead to:

- High blood pressure (especially in a young person)

- Moderate to severe wright gain

- Fast heart beats and/or headaches

#adrenals #cortisol #aldosterone #stresshormones #catecholamines #dhea

Adrenal glands are two small glands that sit on top of each kidney.

They produce many hormones that regulate metabolism, blood pressure and stress response.

Overproduction of hormones from the adrenal glands can lead to:

- High blood pressure (especially in a young person)

- Moderate to severe wright gain

- Fast heart beats and/or headaches

#adrenals #cortisol #aldosterone #stresshormones #catecholamines #dhea ...

Osteoporosis (or very low bone density) is due to ...

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Oct 10

$Osteoporosis (or very low bone density) is due to hormonal causes in many people: - Lack of estrogen (post-menopause) - Lack of testosterone - Overproduction of thyroid hormone - Overproduction of parathyroid hormone Evaluation and treatment is important to prevent bone fractures due to the low bone density (strength) #osteoporosis #osteopenia #postmenopause #lowtestosterone #hyperthyroidism #hyperparathyroidism$

Osteoporosis (or very low bone density) is due to hormonal causes in many people:

- Lack of estrogen (post-menopause)
- Lack of testosterone
- Overproduction of thyroid hormone
- Overproduction of parathyroid hormone

Evaluation and treatment is important to prevent bone fractures due to the low bone density (strength)

#osteoporosis #osteopenia #postmenopause #lowtestosterone #hyperthyroidism #hyperparathyroidism ...

Thyroid nodule is an abnormal growth of thyroid ...

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Sep 29

Thyroid nodule is an abnormal growth of thyroid cells that forms a lump within the thyroid gland.

95% of thyroid nodules are benign (non-cancerous).

Only 5% of thyroid nodules are cancerous.

Ultrasound scan is needed to diagnose thyroid nodules.

Ultrasound-guided fine needle aspiration biopsy may be needed to exclude cancer in suspicious-looking nodules.

#thyroid #thyroidgland #thyroidnodule #thyroidnodules #goiter #thyroidultrasound #thyroidbiopsy

Thyroid nodule is an abnormal growth of thyroid cells that forms a lump within the thyroid gland.

95% of thyroid nodules are benign (non-cancerous).

Only 5% of thyroid nodules are cancerous.

Ultrasound scan is needed to diagnose thyroid nodules.

Ultrasound-guided fine needle aspiration biopsy may be needed to exclude cancer in suspicious-looking nodules.

#thyroid #thyroidgland #thyroidnodule #thyroidnodules #goiter #thyroidultrasound #thyroidbiopsy ...

Hypothyroidism is due to insufficient production ...

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Sep 19

Hypothyroidism is due to insufficient production of hormones from the thyroid gland.

Symptoms can include tiredness or fatigue, weight gain, feeling cold frequently, constipation, infrequent menstrual periods, heavy menstrual bleeding, subfertility in women and dry skin.

Treatment is important to prevent long-term complications.

#hypothyroidism #hypothyroid #thyroid #thyroidhealth #thyroidgland

Hypothyroidism is due to insufficient production of hormones from the thyroid gland.

Symptoms can include tiredness or fatigue, weight gain, feeling cold frequently, constipation, infrequent menstrual periods, heavy menstrual bleeding, subfertility in women and dry skin.

Treatment is important to prevent long-term complications.

#hypothyroidism #hypothyroid #thyroid #thyroidhealth #thyroidgland ...

Hyperthyroidism occurs when the thyroid gland ...

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Sep 13

Hyperthyroidism occurs when the thyroid gland overproduces hormones.

Symptoms include fast heart beats, increased sweating, hand tremors, unexplained weight loss, frequent bowel movement and irregular menstrual periods.

You should see a doctor for blood test to confirm if your thyroid hormone levels are higher than normal when you encounter any of these symptoms.

#thyroid #thyroidhealth #hyperthyroidism #hyperthyroid #thyrotoxicosis

Hyperthyroidism occurs when the thyroid gland overproduces hormones.

Symptoms include fast heart beats, increased sweating, hand tremors, unexplained weight loss, frequent bowel movement and irregular menstrual periods.

You should see a doctor for blood test to confirm if your thyroid hormone levels are higher than normal when you encounter any of these symptoms.

#thyroid #thyroidhealth #hyperthyroidism #hyperthyroid #thyrotoxicosis ...

Diabetes mellitus is a hormonal condition.
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Sep 1

Diabetes mellitus is a hormonal condition.

It is due to insufficient production of a hormone (known as insulin) from the pancreas.

The pancreas is an organ below the liver in our abdomen that also produces digestive juices for fat digestion.

When there is insufficient amount of insulin in our body, the cells in our body will not be able to take up glucose (sugar) from the bloodstream to use for energy.

As a result, blood glucose level rises above normal.

#diabetes #diabetesmellitus #pancreas #insulin #hormonal #hormone

Diabetes mellitus is a hormonal condition.

It is due to insufficient production of a hormone (known as insulin) from the pancreas.

The pancreas is an organ below the liver in our abdomen that also produces digestive juices for fat digestion.

When there is insufficient amount of insulin in our body, the cells in our body will not be able to take up glucose (sugar) from the bloodstream to use for energy.

As a result, blood glucose level rises above normal.

#diabetes #diabetesmellitus #pancreas #insulin #hormonal #hormone ...

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