Yes. I too noted it. Other tests except fasting,PP and random are prescribed
by doctor to me also recently for observation. Because blood sugar strips are
somewhat priced less when quantity is more, we ourselves can also check these.
Gopalakrishnan
On Wednesday, 3 January, 2024 at 08:55:26 pm IST, 'N Sekar' via KeralaIyers
<[email protected]> wrote:
Thanks.
Q 2:
The 3 month blood sugar testHbA1C is a notable omission in the answer, in my
opinion.
N Sekar
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On Wed, Jan 3, 2024 at 7:51 PM, 'gopala krishnan' via
KeralaIyers<[email protected]> wrote:
CULTURAL QA 01-2024-03A
All the BELOW QA are from Quora digest to me on 03-01-2024.
Quora answers need not be 100% correct answers
.Compiled and posted byR. Gopala krishnan, on 03-01-2024
Q1 Why do animals sit in silence as theyare eaten alive and not scream
in pain and agony?
A1 Claire Jordan,Worked at NationalHealth Service (NHS)5y
Humans whohave been mauled by big cats or suffered other huge injuries often
report that it isn’t painful at the time,because adrenaline has an anaesthetic
effect. The pain comes about 20 minutes later - but bythen the prey animal is
dead.
This makes sensefrom an evolutionary perspective. You don’t want to be
handicapped or distracted by pain while you arefighting for your life, but if
you survive then the pain kicks in totell you to keep still while your injuries
heal.
Q2 When should you test your blood sugar?
A2 Dr. Benjamin McLean, Doctor ofMedicine at Mater Private Hospital,
Brisbane (2015–present)Nov 23
As a doctor of medicine, I would advise that thetiming of blood sugar testing
is crucial for effective diabetes management.Monitoring blood glucose levels is
a fundamental aspect of diabetes care, andit helps individuals with diabetes
and healthcare providers make informeddecisions about treatment and lifestyle
adjustments. The timing of blood sugartesting depends on various factors,
including the type of diabetes, thetreatment plan, and individual
circumstances. Here are some key recommendationsfor when to test blood sugar:
1. Fasting Blood Sugar (FBS):
Purpose: Fasting blood sugar levels provideinformation about how well the body
manages glucose overnight,without the influence of recent food intake.
When totest: Typically, this test is done in the morning after an overnight
fast of atleast 8 hours.
Frequency:The frequency of fasting blood sugar testing may vary based on
individual needsand the healthcare provider's recommendations.
2. Postprandial Blood Sugar:
Purpose: Postprandial blood sugar levels measureglucose levels after meals,
offering insights into how the body responds todifferent foods.
When totest: Generally, testing is done 1-2 hours after starting a meal.
Frequency:Healthcare providers may recommend postprandial testing to assess the
impact ofspecific meals on blood sugar levels.
3. Pre-meal Blood Sugar:
Purpose: Pre-meal blood sugar testing helps establisha baseline before eating,
assisting in understanding how food choices andinsulin doses impact glucose
levels.
When totest: Before each main meal (breakfast, lunch, and dinner).
Frequency:This is typically done multiple times a day, depending on the
treatment planand healthcare provider's guidance.
4. Bedtime Blood Sugar:
Purpose: Bedtime blood sugar testing providesinformation about glucose levels
before a prolonged fasting period duringsleep.
When totest: Before going to bed.
Frequency:This may be recommended, especially if there are concerns about
overnighthypoglycemia or persistent high morning glucose levels.
5. Random Blood Sugar:
Purpose: Random blood sugar tests can be done atany time and help assess blood
sugar levels irrespective of meals.
When totest: At various times throughout the day, without adherence to a
specificschedule.
Frequency:Random testing may be recommended in specific situations, such as
assessing theeffectiveness of medication or evaluating symptoms of high or low
blood sugar.
It's crucialfor individuals with diabetes to work closely with their healthcare
providersto establish a personalized testing schedule based on their specific
needs andtreatment plan. Regular monitoring of blood sugar levels, combined
withlifestyle modifications and medication adherence, plays a vital role in
achievingand maintaining optimal glucose control, preventing complications,
andpromoting overall health and well-being.
Q3 Are black people's internal organs thesame color as white people's?
A3 Claire Jordan,Worked at NationalHealth Service (NHS)7h
Yes.However, this isn’t as stupid a question as itsounds. All mammals (humans
are mammals)are the same inside - described by Sir Terry Pratchett as “lots of
tubes andgreenish-purple wobbly bits” - but there is actually at leastone breed
of chicken, the Ayam Cemani, which is so black that the melanin goesall the way
through, so even its eggs, meat and internal organs are grey.But no, that
doesn’t happen in humans.
Q4 What is the nicest thing a strangerever did for you?
A4 Yashi Yadava, Studied at Dr. D. Y.Patil Medical College, Hospital &
Research Centre, Pune. (Graduated 2022)6y
I wastraveling by metro from Huda city center ( Gurugram) to Rohini sector
18station ( Delhi ) a week ago.
It had been a long day so I was extremely tiredand sleepy . There was this girl
( totalstranger) who boarded the same metro with me from huda city centre and
seemedequally tired .
Anyway , due to the usual rush on this route Idid not get a seat ( neither did
she )in the metro and had to stand . I was so exhausted that i did not even
realize and fell asleep whilestanding ( Yeah! I’m a ninja ) , obviously I
almost tripped when themetro took a halt .
This girl probably noticed everything and madeefforts to block a seat and she
did . Then shecame to me, held my hand and said “Come and sit , you are
extremely sleepy and would fall and get hurt ifyou keep standing ”
I thankedher and told her to occupy the seat herself ; as she too looked pretty
drowsybut she refused and made me sit.
*THIS GIRLRESTORED MY FAITH IN HUMANITY , I CANNOT THANK HER ENOUGH FOR BEING
WHO SHE IS:) *
Edit : We need more people like her on this planet .
Q5 What's the best pun you've heardrecently?
A5 Gopalkrishna Vishwanath, Always readyfor humour, even at my
expense. Dec 21
I heard all these today for the first time.
I went tothe library to get a medical book to help me diagnose some abdominal
pain.Butsomebody had ripped the appendix out...
6:30 is the best time on a clock.Hands down.
My wife asked me to put ketchup on the shopping list.NowI can't read anything
I asked mywife what she wanted for Christmas…"Nothing would make me happier
than adiamond necklace.” she replied.SoI bought her nothing...
My wife saidto me that if I got her another stupid gift this Christmas, she
would burn it…So I bought her acandle.
What didAdam say on the day before Christmas?It’s Christmas, Eve!
What’s thebest present you can gift? Abroken drum. Nobody can beat that.
Why do cowswear bells? Because their horns don't work
Three weeks ago I sent my hearing aids in for repair.I’veheard nothing since.
It’s a fiveminute walk from my house to the bar. It’s a 35 minute walk from the
bar to myhouse. The difference isstaggering.
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