A Doctor's Advice to Diabetic People For Ramadan

According to a medical research in Pakistan, diabetic patients should consult with their doctor before fasting in Ramadan 2014. The constantly fluctuation in diabetes can result in various complications. "Health & Fasting" seminar held in Islamabad on 24th June regarding awareness of diabetic people.

While addressing to seminar, Dr. Osama Ishtiaq, endocrinologist said that due to consecutive fluctuation in blood sugar level, the chances of dehydration increase. Although all diabetic patients do not suffer from this risk however, it is our advice to all those people who have diabetes to consult their doctor before keeping fast, he said.

Dr. Osama revealed that approximately 50 million Muslims from all over the world will observe fasting in 2014. In fasting it is a big challenge to maintain the level of blood and diet, he explained the audience. Therefore, due to these issues in diabetic patients, health can be adversely affected. According to endocrinologist, patient should make every effort to keep the level of insulin.

Dr. Zainab Ghayyur also addressed on the occasion. She said diabetic person should be careful for his diet needs during Ramadan 2014. She advised the audience that overeating during Sehar and Aftar is very dangerous of patients. Necessary actions must be taken to streamline life style in order to enjoy healthier life, she added.