Which of the following can lead to an acute rise in blood sugar levels?

Pregnancy

Sickness

Sepsis

Surgery

Steroids

Answer and Explanation

Correct Answer : B,C,D,E

A.   While hormonal changes during pregnancy can affect blood sugar levels, it typically leads to insulin resistance rather than an acute rise.

B.   Illness can cause stress, leading to the release of stress hormones like cortisol, which can elevate blood sugar levels.
C.   A severe infection can trigger a stress response, leading to hyperglycemia.
D.   The body undergoes significant stress during surgery, causing an increase in blood sugar levels.
E.   Corticosteroids, often referred to as steroids, have a potent effect on raising blood sugar levels.

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Asthma is a reversible obstructive airway disease characterized by inflammation and narrowing of the airways. With proper management and medication, asthma symptoms can be controlled, and airway obstruction can be reversed.
B. COPD is a progressive, irreversible lung disease that involves damage to the alveoli and airways. While symptoms can be managed, the underlying lung damage is permanent.
C. Emphysema is a type of COPD characterized by destruction of the alveoli. It is irreversible.
D. Bronchitis is inflammation of the bronchial tubes. While acute bronchitis can be reversed, chronic bronchitis is a component of COPD and is therefore irreversible.

A. Polydipsia B. Polyphagia C. Polyuria D. Anorexia

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

A. Polydipsia, or excessive thirst, is a common symptom of diabetes, including Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. It occurs because high blood glucose levels lead to increased urine output (polyuria), which causes dehydration and prompts excessive thirst.
B. Polyphagia, or excessive hunger, is another common symptom of T2DM. In Type 2 Diabetes, despite having high blood glucose levels, the cells are unable to effectively use glucose due to insulin resistance, leading to persistent hunger.
C. Polyuria, or excessive urination, is common in T2DM. High blood glucose levels lead to glucose spilling into the urine, which increases urine volume and frequency.
D. Anorexia, or loss of appetite, is not a typical symptom of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus. In fact, T2DM usually presents with increased appetite (polyphagia) rather than decreased appetite.

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