Saturday 31 January 2015

Comparison of type 1 and 2 diabetes - Suryadeep Hospital


Comparison of type 1 and 2 diabetes
Feature
Type 1 diabetes
Type 2 diabetes
Onset
Sudden
Gradual
Age at onset
Mostly in children
Mostly in adults
Body size
Thin or normal
Often obese
Ketoacidosis
Common
Rare
Autoantibodies
Usually present
Absent
Endogenous insulin
Low or absent
Normal, decreased
or increased
Concordance
in identical twins
50%
90%
Prevalence
~10%
~90%



Wednesday 21 January 2015

Laboratory Medicine - Suryadeep Hospital



At Suryadeep hospital we have a fully equipped laboratory for carrying out Biochemical, Haematological, Serological and Microbiological testing. Blood samples are collected in a hygienic and aesthetic environment by trained phlebotomist and transported to the testing laboratory. The tests are carried out by an experience lab technician on the latest Biochemistry/Hematology analyser to obtain fast and accurate results. The test results are double checked by a senior pathologist and results are posted on Hospital website whereupon e-reports can be accessed by patients through a given password.

Suryadeep hospital also provides facility for collection of blood samples from home at nominal charges.

For home visit for collection of sample

Site: http://suryadeephospital.com/
Call: 014- 245 – 6879

Friday 2 January 2015

Diabetes – Surydeep Hospital


Diabetes mellitus (DM), commonly referred to as diabetes, is a group of metabolic diseases in which there are high blood sugar levels over a prolonged period.

Symptoms of high blood sugar include frequent urination, increased thirst, and increased hunger. If left untreated, diabetes can cause many complications.

Acute complications include diabetic ketoacidosis and nonketotic hyperosmolar coma.
Serious long-term complications include cardiovascular disease, stroke, kidney failure, foot ulcers and damage to the eyes.

Diabetes is due to either the pancreas not producing enough insulin or the cells of the body not responding properly to the insulin produced.

There are three main types of diabetes mellitus:

Type 1 DM results from the body's failure to produce enough insulin. This form was previously referred to as "insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus" (IDDM) or "juvenile diabetes".

Type 2 DM begins with insulin resistance, a condition in which cells fail to respond to insulin properly. As the disease progresses a lack of insulin may also develop.

This form was previously referred to as "non insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus" (NIDDM) or "adult-onset diabetes". The primary cause is excessive body weight and not enough exercise.
Gestational diabetes, is the third main form and occurs when pregnant women without a previous history of diabetes develop a high blood glucose level.

Prevention and treatment involves a healthy diet, physical exercise, not using tobacco and being a normal body weight. Blood pressure control and proper foot care are also important for people with the disease. 

Type 1 diabetes must be managed with insulin injections.

Type 2 diabetes may be treated with medications with or without insulin.
Insulin and some oral medications can cause low blood sugar.

Weight loss surgery in those with obesity is an effective measure in those with type 2 DM.
Gestational diabetes usually resolves after the birth of the baby.

As of 2014, an estimated 387 million people have diabetes worldwide, with type 2 diabetes making up about 90% of the cases.

This is equal to 8.3% of the adult population, with equal rates in both women and men. In the years 2012 to 2014, diabetes is estimated to have resulted in 1.5 to 4.9 million deaths per year. Diabetes at least doubles the risk of death. The number of people with diabetes is expected to rise to 592 million by 2035.The global economic cost of diabetes in 2014 was estimated to be $612 billion USD. From Wikipedia

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Laboratory Medicine - Suryadeep Hospital




At Suryadeep hospital we have a fully equipped laboratory for carrying out Biochemical, Haematological, Serological and Microbiological testing.

Blood samples are collected in a hygienic and aesthetic environment by trained phlebotomist and transported to the testing laboratory. 

The tests are carried out by an experience lab technician on the latest Biochemistry/Hematology analyser to obtain fast and accurate results. 


The test results are double checked by a senior pathologist and results are posted on Hospital website whereupon e-reports can be accessed by patients through a given password.

Suryadeep hospital also provides facility for collection of blood samples from home at nominal charges.

For home visit for collection of sample-
Call: 014 - 245 - 6879