How low should you go?? Trying to go as low as you can works great for winning the limbo, but diabetes is another story. Keeping your A1c much below 7 does not necessarily equal fewer complications, and it can actually have dangerous risks.
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Liver disease affects up to 70% of people with type 2 diabetes, and often there are no noticeable symptoms. For those who have risk factors such as obesity, hypertension, insulin resistance and/or high cholesterol, early detection is crucial to allow for timely treatment and a reduced chance of developing other serious complications.
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Foot problems are a common concern for many people living with diabetes, but they’re not inevitable. Dr. Ingrid Kruse offers tips on how to prevent and treat diabetic neuropathy, and she shares the single most important screening tool for avoiding serious foot issues.
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You may not know the word lipohypertrophy, but if you inject insulin you’ve probably seen it in the flesh – it’s the buildup of fatty tissue under the skin around injection sites that turns into firm bumps. Here are a few tips on how to prevent it and treat it if it does occur.
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Did you know there’s a division of optometry with doctors specifically trained to help people with low vision? Low Vision Optometrists have uniquely designed tools, devices, and aids that can offer access to vision solutions that would otherwise not be available.
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Diabetes is a pain in a lot of places besides the neck. Our hands, shoulders, hips, and knees can sometimes be affected as well. It’s important to know how diabetes can affect the musculoskeletal system so you can be proactive in trying to prevent issues, and aware of symptoms if they do develop.
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Dr. Edelman discusses the important role ACE inhibitors and ARBs play in protecting your heart and kidneys.
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We are fortunate to have many medications today to treat type 2 diabetes. Beyond improving glucose levels, some of these medications also have beneficial effects on other conditions that are common in people with type 2, such as heart failure and diabetic kidney disease.
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The FDA recently approved Kerendia, a new medication that addresses the management of certain complications of type 2 diabetes, including chronic kidney disease and cardiovascular disease.
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Dr. Edelman takes on the role of an indifferent, judgy doctor and Dr. Pettus plays a clueless patient in these exaggerated scenarios that emphasize the importance of good communication during doctor’s appointments.
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