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[/caption]In our previous episode with the theme "WHEN OUR BLOOD SUGAR RISES", we were fortunate to have 3 mesmerizing speakers with us. The session started off with Mr. Mhm. Ruzaik, our 1st international speaker from Sri Lanka, who gave us a short yet comprehensive lesson on GESTATIONAL DIABETES MELLITUS, a common issue affecting most mothers during their child-bearing period. In his 30 min presentation, he touched on various aspects of the problem; clinical picture, diagnostic criteria and management of GDM.
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[/caption]Our next speaker was Mr. S.Devandiran who refreshed us on DIABETES MELLITUS IN ADULTS. An astonishing and worrying fact that 48% of adults above the age of 30 years old nowadays are not aware that they have diabetes due to early period of the disease which is asymptomatic. Hence, the importance of an early screening and repeated glucose tolerance measures must be taken if one is to be suspected. He also reminded us on the 3P symptoms; polyuria, polydipsia, polyphagia as well as tiredness and sudden weight loss.
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[/caption]Last but not the least, our 3rd speaker, Ms. Evelyn Lau explained to us on DIABETES MELLITUS IN CHILDREN, the dangers, prognosis and treatment on this 2nd most common chronic disease of childhood.
In conclusion, the session was conducted smoothly and it was apprehended with cheers from those who were present on that evening. Do join us in the coming session of Future Doctors next week before we take a 2 week break in conjuction with the upcoming preparations for the much anticipated Kursk Games 2010.
Presentations can be viewed here:
DIABETES MELLITUS IN ADULTS - S.DEVANDIRAN
DIABETES MELLITUS IN CHILDREN - EVELYN LAU
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