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Diabetes
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 | Diabetes mellitus is a disorder that affects the body’s ability to efficiently utilise blood glucose. People with diabetes have high blood sugar levels because glucose is not absorbed by the cells. |
Diabetes during pregnancy | |
 | Gestational diabetes is glucose intolerance that is first diagnosed during pregnancy. It is a temporary condition that usually disappears after pregnancy. However, for some women the condition becomes chronic. |
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 | People with diabetes can develop damage to the blood vessels that provide nourishment to the retina, which can lead to diabetic retinopathy. They may experience blurred vision, blind spots, or glare. |
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 | Blood sugar levels are usually measured on a daily basis with a home blood sugar level testing kit. If they reach very high levels at any time, they will need to be adjusted by altering food intake or insulin dose. |
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