The ICMR-India Diabetes (ICMR-INDIAB) study is based on a survey of 1,13,043 people – 33,537 urban and 79,506 rural populace – aged 20 years and older, between 2008 and 2020. The survey covered people from urban and rural areas of 31 states, union territories, and the National Capital Territory of India.
Early diagnosis of diabetes is crucial and diagnostic tests are important in identifying and monitoring this disease. “Blood glucose tests, oral glucose tolerance tests, and fasting plasma glucose tests are commonly used to diagnose diabetes and monitor blood sugar levels. Tests for glycated hemoglobin, lipid profiles, kidney function, and urine microalbumin and creatinine ratios provide additional information for long-term glycemic control and detecting associated complications. Regular diabetes testing is essential for timely intervention, medication adjustments, and maintaining a healthy lifestyle for individuals with diabetes,” share Dr Kapoor.
While frequent urination and excessive thirst are early indicators of diabetes, unexplained weight loss can occur despite increased hunger
Diabetes can affect multiple organs and complications include slow healing of wounds and blurred vision due to fluid changes in the eye lenses
Diabetes can weaken the immune system, making individuals more prone to infections.
According to a study by the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) published in the journal The Lancet Diabetes and Endocrinology, more than 100 million Indians live with diabetes. The study threw up some alarming data – 101 million Indians have diabetes, according to it, while 136 million Indians are pre-diabetic.
