If you have diabetes, should you automatically be on a statin, even if your LDL is in range? Dr. Edelman tackles this often controversial question.
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With recent news about SGLT2s and GLP-1 RAs helping to protect against heart disease in addition to their primary purpose of lowering blood sugars, Dr. Edelman addresses the question of whether it’s safe to take them together, and if they can also cause hypoglycemia.
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There seems to be some confusion and/or controversy on how often one should change the infusion line on an insulin pump. Dr. Edelman explains why timing is important and how it can affect insulin absorption.
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With newer medication options available now for treating type 2 diabetes, Dr. Edelman answers a common question about how they can be included in a diabetes management regimen with regard to metformin.
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Dr. Edelman offers a solution for “Foot to Floor” phenomenon, which is a very common situation in people with diabetes who are on insulin, and occurs when blood sugars rise upon waking.
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It can be confusing and alarming if you swap out your sensor and your blood sugar readings fluctuate without food or exercise being a factor. Dr. Edelman explains why this can happen, and if the location of your sensor has an effect on the readings.
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Everyone with diabetes should have a game plan for how to manage your diabetes when you’re sick. It’s especially important right now as we navigate through the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Media outlets and news sources around the world continue to mention that people with diabetes are at a higher risk for contracting the coronavirus, and it’s made many healthcare workers with diabetes wonder if they should still be going to work.
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There’s no shortage of products, companies and ads claiming to have the solution to reverse or even cure type 2 diabetes, but is it really possible? Dr. Edelman addresses this common question that often has conflicting answers.
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