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Gangrene
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Occurs when body tissues begin to die because of an inadequate blood supply and infection.
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Gestational Diabetes
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Diabetes that is diagnosed in pregnancy.
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Glucagon
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A hormone that is made by the pancreas. It is an antagonist to insulin and increases blood glucose levels.
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Glucose
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A type of simple sugar that is the source of energy for most tissues in the body.
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Glucose Tablets
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Chewable tablets that are made of pure glucose. Used in the treatment of hypoglycaemia.
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Generic
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Can refer to: the chemical name of a drug or a term referring to the chemical makeup of a drug as opposed to the brand name under which it is advertised.