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How Often Should You Change the Infusion Set on Your Insulin Pump?

By Steve Edelman, MD on September 10, 2020   /   Pumps, What's Up Doc   /   11 Comments

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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Are GLP-1s and SGLT2s replacements for Metformin or in addition to Metformin?

By Steve Edelman, MD on August 7, 2020   /   GLP-1 RA, Heart Disease, Heart Disease Prevention, Medications, SGLT-2 Inhibitors, Type 2, What's Up Doc   /   13 Comments

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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How to Treat Foot to Floor Phenomenon

By Steve Edelman, MD on July 8, 2020   /   Blood Sugar Control, Insulin, Pumps, What's Up Doc   /   18 Comments

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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Does It Make a Difference Where You Put Your FreeStyle Libre Sensor?

By Steve Edelman, MD on June 9, 2020   /   CGM, Freestyle Libre, What's Up Doc   /   80 Comments

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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Sick Day Rules and What to Do If You Test Positive for COVID-19

By Steve Edelman, MD on May 12, 2020   /   Coronavirus/COVID-19, DKA, Sickness, What's Up Doc   /   2 Comments

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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I Work in Healthcare and I Have Diabetes. Should I Still Be Working?

By Steve Edelman, MD on April 9, 2020   /   Coronavirus/COVID-19, What's Up Doc   /   2 Comments

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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Can Type 2 Diabetes Be Reversed?

By Steve Edelman, MD on January 15, 2020   /   Type 2, What's Up Doc   /   5 Comments

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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