Katrina Kaif recently made a stylish appearance at Kalina Airport in Mumbai, turning heads in an elegant orange sequined saree by designer Tarun Tahiliani. However, beyond her fashionable look, some eagle-eyed fans noticed a small patch on her arm, sparking speculation. While it’s unclear whether the patch is related to a health condition like diabetes, it raises awareness about the importance of discussing such health issues openly.
Amid the praise, fans wondered if the patch could be related to diabetes management. Living with diabetes often requires careful monitoring of blood sugar levels, which can be a daunting task. Through diabetes patches, individuals can manage their condition.
These patches provide continuous monitoring, making it easier to keep track of glucose levels without frequent finger pricks. Let’s take a closer look at how this device works. A post shared by Pallav Paliwal (@pallav_paliwal) What Is A Diabetes Patch? Diabetes patches, known as continuous glucose monitors (CGMs), are devices designed to keep track of blood sugar levels continuously.
They consist of an adhesive patch that contains a glucose-sensing polymer that measures glucose levels in the fluid between cells. For people managing diabetes, monitoring blood sugar is vital to determine how much insulin they need. CGMs come in two main types: real-time continuous glucose monitors (rtCGMs) and intermittently scanned continuous glucose monitors (iscCGMs).
Real-time CGMs provide updates every.
