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<b style="font-size: x-large;"><i>If you have diabetes, choosing the right shoes can help protect your feet from injury. Learn which styles could put you at risk for complications.</i></b><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>By Mary Elizabeth Dallas, HealthDay News</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Medically Reviewed by Farrokh Sohrabi, MD</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>If you are living with diabetes, shopping for shoes is more than a matter of style. By following some simple guidelines to ensure a good, comfortable fit, you can prevent potentially serious foot problems.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Even minor foot problems, like calluses or blisters, can lead to serious diabetes-related complications. Diabetes can cause poor blood flow to your feet, making it more difficult for wounds to heal, sometimes resulting in infections and possibly amputation. Complicating matters, poorly controlled diabetes can also lead to nerve damage called peripheral neuropathy. This may cause you to lose sensation in your feet, so you may not feel potentially harmful cuts or blisters. To help protect your feet and overall health, it's important to know what to look for in diabetes shoes.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>"It's all about prevention," said Katherine Dux, DPM, a podiatrist at Loyola University Medical Center in Maywood, Ill., who treats patients with diabetes. "Any friction in the shoe could lead to irritation and possible blister formation. This could lead to trouble down the road."</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Before you shop for diabetes footwear, it's important to have your feet evaluated by a podiatrist to determine your risk for infections or complications, said Dr. Dux. Based on this assessment, the doctor can recommend exactly which types of shoes will be best for your feet.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>What to Look For in Diabetes Footwear</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Even if your diabetes is under control and your feet are healthy, there are a number of factors you should consider when selecting shoes. By looking for certain characteristics and avoiding others, you can protect against irritation, infections, ulcers, and potentially worse foot problems.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>First, look for a shoe that has a large enclosed front, as well as a closed back and top. Shoes that expose your toes or heels increase your risk for injury and infection. You may love slip-on shoes, sandals, clogs, and mules, but they could trip you up when it comes to diabetes foot care.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Other good shoe features for a person with diabetes include:</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Adjustable Closure. Look for shoes that have laces or Velcro. The built-in flexibility allows you to tighten or loosen your shoes depending on whether or not your foot is swelling.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Wide Toe. Steer clear of shoes with narrow or pointed toes. "It's best to stay with a shoe that has a wider toe box area as well as something with increased depth to the toe box," advises Christina Sigur, DPM, a podiatrist at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem, N.C. Shoes with a round or wide toe box provide your feet with more room and are less likely to cause irritation.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Low Heel. Flats or shoes with heels less than two inches high are a better option than shoes with higher heels. Lower-heeled shoes reduce the amount of pressure applied to the ball of the foot.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Soft Material. Choose styles made from soft materials, such as leather, mesh or a pliable synthetic fabric. Since feet tend to swell throughout the day, these softer fabrics will give and allow for swelling. Breathable fabrics will also prevent the build up of moisture within the shoe, Dux added.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Cushioned Inner Sole. It’s important to choose footwear with a good amount of cushioning inside the shoe. This added support helps reduce foot pressure and the risk for developing foot ulcers, or sores, and other complications, Dr. Sigur noted.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Hard Outer Sole. Although the inside of your shoe should provide support with cushioning, the outer sole of any shoe you select should be hard. This will help protect your feet from rough or sharp objects and provide shock absorption.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>When to Use Therapeutic Diabetes Shoes</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>For some people with diabetes, a podiatrist may recommend therapeutic shoes. "People with foot deformities, such a hammer toes and bunions, are at greater risk for irritation from ill-fitting shoes," Dux said.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Therapeutic shoes are advisable for anyone with diabetes who also has a history of any one of the following:</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>An amputation of any part of their foot or toe</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Foot ulceration</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Calluses that lead to an ulceration</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Neuropathy or nerve damage</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>A foot deformity such hammer toes, bunions, flat feet, or high arches</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Poor circulation in their lower extremities</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>If it’s time for some new kicks, consider shopping later in the day. Since feet tend to swell throughout the day, Dux recommends visiting the shoe store in the afternoon or evening in order to get a more accurate sizing of your foot.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>And don’t forget to bring your socks. Experts recommend that people with diabetes wear socks to decrease the friction in shoes and soak up extra moisture to prevent infections. To ensure a proper fit, it's important to always try on shoes with the socks you intend to wear with them.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Finally, ask a trained sales professional to measure both of your feet. One foot is typically larger than the other. You’ll want to determine which one is longer and base your shoe size off of that foot to get the best fit.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Other Ways to Protect Your Feet</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Consider Fit, Not Fashion. The type of shoes you wear should have less to do with fashion and have everything to do with proper fit. "Shoes should feel comfortable from the moment you put them on,'" Dux said. "There is no true break-in period for shoes." Dux adds that shoes should never feel tight, rub, or cause irritation.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Inspect Your Feet Daily. It's important to routinely remove your shoes and inspect your feet for problems or signs of irritation, such as redness or marks along the top, sides, or sole. This is particularly true when wearing new shoes. "Any areas of redness or marks that do not resolve in 10 to 15 minutes could be an indication that the shoes need to be addressed or adjusted," Dux noted.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Visit a Podiatrist Regularly. People with diabetes who do not have any foot problems should still be evaluated by a podiatrist annually. Anyone diagnosed with peripheral neuropathy — or those with a history of calluses or foot ulcers — should be reassessed more frequently, according to experts.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Know When to Buy New Shoes. Whether or not to replace a pair of shoes depends on how often you wear them. For everyday shoes, however, Sigur says a good rule of thumb is to change them at least once a year since the interior cushioning of the shoe wears down over time.</i></b></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7795085978269908611.post-24348197438224466122019-02-11T18:09:00.002-06:002019-02-11T18:09:47.112-06:00Maxy sez :How to Stabilize Your Blood Sugar<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Keeping blood sugar under control is key for good management of type 2 diabetes. Here’s how to navigate this sometimes complicated course of diabetes care.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>By Madeline R. Vann, MPH Medically Reviewed by Justin Laube, MD</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Life with type 2 diabetes can sometimes seem like an hourly or even minute-by-minute effort to stabilize your blood sugar. All of the recommendations and drugs you’ve been given as part of your type 2 diabetes treatment plan are intended to help you reach — and keep — healthy blood sugar levels most of the time. But doctors are learning that to control type 2 diabetes well, better information about why blood sugar matters and how to manage it is essential.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>The Facts About Diabetes and Blood Sugar</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>As the American Diabetes Association (ADA) explains, your body needs sugar (glucose) for fuel, and there’s a fairly complicated process that makes it possible for your body to use that sugar. Insulin, which is made by the pancreas, is the hormone that enables the cells in your body to take advantage of sugar.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Type 2 diabetes occurs when your body isn’t able to remove sugar from your blood. This can happen if your body stops being sensitive to insulin or if it starts to respond in a delayed or exaggerated way to changes in your blood sugar.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Diabetes is signaled by an elevated blood sugar level of more than 126 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL) for a fasting blood test, or more than 200 mg/dL at any time during the day. It can also be indicated by a hemoglobin A1C level of 6.5 percent or higher, a measure of the percentage of blood sugar attached to hemoglobin in the blood during the past two to three months. (Hemoglobin is a protein in red blood cells that transports oxygen throughout the body. So an A1C of 6.5 means that 6.5 percent of your red blood cells have sugar attached to them.)</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Unchecked high blood sugar gradually damages the blood vessels in your body. Over the long term, this slow, progressive harm can lead to a dangerous loss of sensation in your legs and feet, a loss of eyesight and kidney function, and an increased risk for heart disease and stroke.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Both high and low blood sugar are health threats. "Having low blood sugar can lead to hypoglycemia, which puts people at risk for confusion and loss of consciousness, so it can be life threatening. Fluctuations in the opposite direction, or high blood sugar, can cause fatigue and dehydration," explains endocrinologist Laure Sayyed Kassem, MD, an assistant professor of medicine at Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine in Cleveland. "Good diabetes control can help reduce the risks for heart attacks, strokes, visual deficits, kidney disease, and peripheral artery disease.”</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Strategies to Stabilize Blood Sugar</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Getting your blood sugar to healthy levels may take trial and error, but there are steps to help you achieve it.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>“Having a daily routine is critical for good diabetes control," Dr. Kassem says. "That means following your meal plan, exercising regularly, being consistent with blood sugar testing, and following up regularly with your doctor." Tracking carbohydrates is particularly important. “Big variations in carbohydrate intake from day to day can lead to fluctuations in blood sugars,” she adds. For example, when you consume excess carbohydrates, the body digests them like sugar and sends them straight to the bloodstream, increasing the risk of blood sugar spikes.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Follow these specific strategies to help control blood sugar:</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Exercise : A regular exercise program has been shown to help manage blood sugar levels over time, and taking a varied approach to fitness is good for diabetes and health in general. Participants in a 12-week program who exercised for an hour three times a week using both aerobic and resistance training had improved diabetes management, according to research published in February 2015 in the Journal of Sports Medicine and Physical Fitness. So mix it up with strength training, aerobic workouts, and any other activities you enjoy.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Weight : Loss If you’re overweight, it will be easier to stabilize blood sugar more effectively if you lose even a few pounds. “For most people with diabetes, losing just 5 or 10 pounds can make a difference in diabetes control or the need for medication,” says endocrinologist Joseph Aloi, MD, section chief and professor of endocrinology and metabolism at Wake Forest Baptist Health in Winston-Salem, North Carolina.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Diet: Many people with diabetes achieve better control over their blood sugar by limiting the kinds of foods that can cause blood sugar to spike. For example, your doctor might recommend cutting back on carbohydrates and eating more lean protein, fruits, and vegetables. Fiber can be so helpful that sprinkling even a small amount of a fiber supplement onto a meal that otherwise might spike blood sugar can help stabilize it, Dr. Aloi says, because fiber slows down the body's digestive process.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Drinking : Wisely Alcohol can cause an immediate rise in blood sugar and then a drop a few hours later. It’s best to stick to moderate amounts and have some solid food with your beverage.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Medication: Your doctor may recommend different types of medication at different times during your diabetes treatment. Treatment options include the following:</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Biguanides, the drug class that includes metformin, help your body use insulin more effectively and may also reduce the amount of blood sugar made by the liver.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Sulfonylureas cause certain cells in your pancreas to make more insulin, though low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) is a possible side effect.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Meglitinides, a class of drugs that includes repaglinide, cause your pancreas to make more insulin, with hypoglycemia as a possible side effect.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Thiazolidinediones, a class that includes pioglitazone, may help insulin work better.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors, a class including acarbose, stop the body from breaking down starches and may be used to prevent a spike in blood sugar after a meal.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>DPP-4 inhibitors allow GLP-1, a gut-based hormone naturally found in the body, to last longer and help stabilize blood sugar levels.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>SGLT2 inhibitors cause excess glucose to be eliminated in the urine.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Insulin may be necessary to help your body use blood sugar more effectively.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Asking More Questions: Don’t be shy about asking your doctor or diabetes educator about how to interpret blood sugar numbers, or for clearer instructions to help stabilize blood sugar. “You should know what your medications are for and what your goals are,” Aloi says. Strategies to stabilize blood sugar are most effective when you understand how they work and how to use them. And the answers may be as close as your phone. When Australian researchers offered telephone counseling to 94 adults with type 2 diabetes, they found it improved diabetes management, according to a study published in September 2014 in the Internal Medicine Journal.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Blood Sugar Testing Options</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Specific recommendations for testing blood sugar depend on your type of treatment. "If it’s oral treatment, stagger the tests because this gives us a better idea of blood sugars through the day. It allows us to tailor medication better. But people on insulin have to be tested at regular times every day,” Kassem explains.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>From self-tests to lab tests, from daily testing to testing every few months, these different blood sugar tests can give you a more complete picture of your diabetes and how to go about managing it best:</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Testing Strips and Glucose Monitors These are fingertip blood sample tests you can do at home. Depending on the status of the diabetes and your doctor’s recommendations, you may need to test multiple times a day to keep tabs on your blood sugar levels. Get to know your condition better by keeping a diary of your meals and activities and the blood sugar levels that result.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Use these self-check blood sugar testing tools to find out how your body responds to changes in your diet, exercise, and overall health. There are many brands of monitors, each with their own lancets and testing strips, so talk to your doctor about which design is best for you and about how often you should be checking your blood sugar levels at home.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Lab Work Your doctor will often order lab-drawn blood sugar tests as part of your regular office visits to monitor how well you’re managing diabetes and other chronic health conditions.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>A1C Tests This is a lab-drawn blood test that provides your doctor with information about how your blood sugar control has been over the past three months. Every time your A1C drops by a point, you cut the risk of diabetes complications by about 30 percent, Aloi says.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Responding to High or Low Blood Sugar Levels</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>As you learn more about living with diabetes and monitoring your blood sugar levels, you’ll experience times when your blood sugar levels are too high or too low. But don’t panic over these results, Aloi says. The complications of diabetes are caused by poor blood sugar control over the long term — typically not by the occasional short-lived elevations in your blood sugar levels. Still, it's important to be aware of the long-term effects of blood sugar that’s too high (hyperglycemia) or too low (hypoglycemia), and how it’s treated.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Hyperglycemia</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Blood sugar levels that are too high for too long are considered hyperglycemia. If your blood sugar is more than 240 mg/dL, you should also check for ketones in your urine before you take steps to lower your blood sugar, according to the ADA. Rarely, someone with type 2 diabetes will develop diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA), a serious condition characterized by high blood sugar, low insulin and the presence of moderate to high ketone levels. DKA is a medical emergency and requires urgent medical care.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Ways to treat hyperglycemia include the following:</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Exercise. Physical activity is a good way to bring down blood sugar. Aloi points out that 10 minutes of exercise used to be the recommendation for children with type 1 diabetes as a way to stabilize blood sugar before insulin was commonly available. But if you have high levels of ketones in your urine, hold off on exercise because it may make that situation worse. Let your doctor know if your blood sugar or ketone levels are too high for an extended period of time.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Change your diet. High blood sugar can result from eating too much or eating the wrong foods. If you’ve strayed from your diabetes diet, get back to eating healthy as your doctor recommends. Making your very next meal high in protein and fiber should help. Whatever you do, don’t fast.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Aloi notes that many people with diabetes get frustrated over their somewhat unpredictable response to food and decide not to eat in an attempt to lower blood sugar levels. Fasting causes stress, which can actually cause your blood sugar levels to go up or stay up.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Adjust your medication. Blood sugar that’s too high may call for a medication change, but only with your doctor’s advisement. Talk to your doctor about what to do in response to high blood sugar levels before you alter your medication plan.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Hypoglycemia</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>For many people, low blood sugar can lead to dizziness and feeling ill, and it can be extremely dangerous if it results in loss of consciousness, according to the ADA. You need about 15 grams of carbohydrates to bring your blood sugar levels up. Many people carry glucose tablets with them just in case, but 4 ounces of juice or soda, four or five crackers, or a tablespoon of honey will also do the job. Test your blood sugar again in about 20 minutes to make sure it’s back to more acceptable levels.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>If you have episodes of low blood sugar, wear a medical identification bracelet or necklace in case you’re unable to treat yourself.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Some people find a formula that works well to stabilize their blood sugar and they can depend on it, day after day. For others, blood sugar levels can seem like a moving target. If this sounds like you, build a partnership with your diabetes care team — including your primary care provider, endocrinologist, nutritionist — and together you can find strategies for better blood sugar control that work for you.</i></b></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7795085978269908611.post-3224136125361219982019-01-12T21:30:00.000-06:002019-01-12T21:57:38.134-06:00Maxy Sez : What is Hyperglycemia? How to Prevent, Detect, and Treat High Blood Sugar<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>By Kristeen Cherney Medically Reviewed by Kacy Church, MD</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Something as simple as a big meal or an intense workout can cause your blood sugar to spike, but the issue occurs when your body can’t bring your levels back down due to insulin resistance or a lack of insulin.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>People with type 2 diabetes have insufficient insulin and insulin resistance, leading to hyperglycemia, or high blood sugar.Alex Luengo/Alamy</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>If you have to pee frequently, are constantly fatigued despite getting enough rest, or have suddenly lost weight, you may have hyperglycemia, or high blood sugar. (1)</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>But what exactly causes hyperglycemia, when is it dangerous, and how can uncontrolled blood sugar affect your future health?</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>How Is Hyperglycemia Diagnosed Exactly?</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>If you have insulin resistance, prediabetes, type 1 diabetes, gestational diabetes, or type 2 diabetes, your body isn’t able to use the hormone insulin correctly. Insulin is critical for regulating blood sugar levels because it helps ferry blood sugar, or glucose, to our cells and muscles for immediate energy or to store for later use.</i></b></span><br />
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<b style="font-size: x-large;"><i>Typically, your doctor will diagnose you with insulin resistance, prediabetes, or diabetes after seeing that your blood sugar levels are abnormal. Often, the test they’ll use is the hemoglobin A1C, or A1C test for short, says Gregory Dodell, MD, assistant clinical professor of medicine, endocrinology, diabetes, and bone disease at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai in New York City.</i></b><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>A1C is a two- to three-month average of your blood sugar levels, says Dr. Dodell, explaining that the test measures the percentage of sugar that’s attached to your red blood cells. </i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Here’s what your A1C result means: </i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Less than 5.7 percent: normal</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>5.7 to 6.4 percent: prediabetes</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Over 6.5 percent: diabetes</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>If your A1C is over 6.5 percent on two or more separate occasions, you likely have diabetes.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Dodell explains your doctor may also test your blood sugar levels through a fasting glucose test. Here’s what those results mean: </i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Less than 100 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL): normal</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>100 to 125 mg/dL: prediabetes (or impaired fasting glucose)</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Over 125 mg/dL: diabetes</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Just like A1C, if your fasting glucose level is over 125 mg/dL on two separate occasions, you likely have diabetes.</i></b></span><br />
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<b style="font-size: x-large;"><i>Glucose is your body’s primary energy source, which you get from many of the foods you eat, from fruit and bread to veggies and quinoa. </i></b><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>While many people tend to associate high blood sugar most closely with type 2 diabetes, other conditions are linked with hyperglycemia, too.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Here’s a primer on hyperglycemia.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>What Are Some of the Common Signs and Symptoms of High Blood Sugar?</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>If you regularly monitor your blood sugar, you’ll see elevated readings from blood or urine samples. But physical symptoms of the condition may show up as well.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>In addition to frequent urination, fatigue, and sudden weight loss, symptoms of hyperglycemia may include: </i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Intense hunger</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Irritability</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Wounds or sores that won’t heal</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Increased thirst</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Infections (including those in the gums, on the skin, or in the vagina) that are frequent</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Ketones in the urine (ketones are byproducts of fat or muscle that appear when insulin is insufficient)</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Blurry vision</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Frequent headaches</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>What Are the Health Consequences of High Blood Sugar?</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>These symptoms can worsen if you don’t treat high blood sugar. Too-high blood sugar levels can even lead to a life-threatening condition called diabetic ketoacidosis, also called diabetic coma. </i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>During ketoacidosis, your body breaks down large amounts of fat at once, and as a result, ketones are excreted and sent to your urine. But when there are too many ketones, your body can’t keep up with this excretion process, causing ketones to accumulate in your bloodstream. Signs of ketoacidosis from high blood sugar can include dry mouth along with fruity-smelling breath, nausea, and shortness of breath. You may even have anxiety and vomiting. </i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Another possible complication of high blood sugar is called hyperglycemic hyperosmolar syndrome. With this condition, your blood glucose readings may be 600 mg/dL or higher. It’s caused when you do have enough insulin, but your body’s not using it right. The glucose isn’t used up by your body, and instead transfers to your urine. Hyperglycemic hyperosmolar syndrome is considered a life-threatening emergency. Signs may include dehydration, and even coma. </i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>With consistently high blood sugar, you’re also at risk for several health complications down the line — from stroke and heart disease, to vision problems (retinopathy) and nerve damage (neuropathy). </i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>What Are the Different Causes of High Blood Sugar?</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>High blood sugar can be seen in various forms of diabetes, including type 1, type 2, and gestational.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>People with type 1 diabetes experience high blood sugar because their bodies don’t produce insulin. On the other hand, if you have type 2 diabetes or gestational diabetes, you might have adequate insulin, but your cells and muscles can’t absorb it properly due to insulin resistance. </i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>But you can also develop hyperglycemia if you don’t have diabetes. In these cases, episodes of hyperglycemia are usually temporary. Your blood sugar may rise after eating a large meal or as a result of a high-endurance workout. Emotional stresses and illnesses can also cause these fluctuations. </i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Are You at Risk for High Blood Sugar? How to Know</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>You may be at risk for high blood sugar if you have diabetes and you: </i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Eat too many processed or fast foods</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Don’t exercise regularly</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Eat large meals, or engage in binge eating</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Are under a lot of stress on a regular basis, either from work, dating, or another factor</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Have recurring illnesses</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>People with type 1 diabetes may develop high blood sugar if they haven’t taken enough insulin, or if they have type 2 diabetes and have been prescribed insulin but the insulin isn’t working as it should. </i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Genetics can also play a role, especially if you have a family history of diabetes, says Dodell. He explains that certain health conditions can raise your risk for high blood sugar, including damage to the pancreas — such as pancreatic cancer or pancreatitis — infection, pain, and polycystic ovarian syndrome, a hormone disorder that can cause infertility. (11)</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>The Best Foods to Eat to Help Avoid or Lower Your High Blood Sugar</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>While there’s no such thing as a hyperglycemia diet per se, your eating choices still play an important role in regulating your blood sugar levels.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>First, know you can’t just cut all carbs or avoid foods with sugar to prevent blood sugar spikes. After all, healthy foods such as fruits and veggies also contain carbs and sugar. The value of carbs differs based on their complexity, and sugar in food is different from blood sugar.</i></b></span><br />
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<b style="font-size: x-large;"><i>That said, you should try to avoid these foods to help prevent blood sugar spikes: </i></b><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>White bread, pasta, and rice</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Packaged and processed snacks, such as chips, pretzels, cookies, and candy</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Soda or juice</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Foods high in saturated fat, such as hot dogs, bacon, and sausage</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Foods high in trans fats, like baked goods and margarine</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Foods that can raise your cholesterol, like liver, red meat, and full-fat dairy</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Tracking your carb intake, especially if you have diabetes, is also critical for avoiding blood sugar spikes.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>To help keep your blood sugar levels steady, the Mayo Clinic also recommends eating fish twice a week, as well as concentrating on plant-based fats and fiber-rich foods regularly. </i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i><br /></i></b></span><b style="font-size: x-large;"><i>Because eating large meals is a common culprit for causing blood sugar spikes, it’s best to eat smaller meals throughout the day, rather than three big meals. Cutting down on overall portion sizes can also help. </i></b><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>If you do have a larger meal than normal, you may need to up your insulin dose to compensate. (5) One study found that nutritional excess in pregnant women even increased the risk of hyperglycemia and fatty liver disease in both mother and fetus. </i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Consider using the plate method, which can help you control your portions, or working with a dietitian to come up with a custom meal plan for you. </i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>How Lifestyle Changes Can Also Help You Avoid Hyperglycemia</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Exercise is one of the best ways to get rid of high blood sugar. But if you have ketoacidosis, you should not exercise but rather go to the emergency room. You’ll want to check your urine for ketones to be safe, especially if your glucose reading is 240 mg/dL or higher. </i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>When you exercise, your body uses glucose as its primary energy source. This, in effect, will help bring down your blood sugar levels. Working out regularly can therefore lower your A1C. (7)</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>The positive effects of regular exercise are unmistakable. According to the American Diabetes Association, working out can lead to blood sugar-reducing effects for up to 24 hours. (7)</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Work with your healthcare provider or hire a personal trainer to figure out which exercises are best for you, based on your goals and your overall fitness level. Some exercises can affect your blood sugar more than others. For instance, high-intensity workouts, such as running or spinning, burn more glucose, while longer bouts of low-intensity exercises, like walking, burn more fat. Either option can help increase insulin sensitivity. You should also measure your sugar before and after each workout. (7)</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Diabetes Medication That Can Help You Control Your Blood Sugar</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>If you’ve been diagnosed with diabetes, your doctor will likely discuss medication options to help bring your blood sugar down. If you have prediabetes, on the other hand, you’ll likely lean on diet and lifestyle changes to help stabilize your numbers, though in some cases, you may need medication, Dodell says.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Diabetic ketoacidosis is treated with emergency insulin and fluids administered intravenously. (5) But the goal with blood sugar control is to prevent this type of medical emergency from happening in the first place. If your blood glucose readings are consistently higher than usual, you may not be getting enough insulin. Talk to your doctor about adjusting your dosage. You should also tell them about any other prescription or over-the-counter medication you take, as these could be affect your blood sugar, too. Corticosteroids for inflammation are just one example.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>If you’re receiving emergency medical treatment for high blood sugar complications, your doctor may administer fluids and electrolytes. </i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>How Using Technology Can Help You Keep Your Blood Sugar Levels Balanced</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>If you have diabetes, the American Diabetes Association recommends wearing a medical ID bracelet in case your blood sugar spikes to a dangerous range. You can even attach a USB drive to the bracelet with key personal information that a medical professional might need to help treat you in case of an emergency. </i></b></span><br />
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<b style="font-size: x-large;"><i>The Takeaway on Preventing and Treating Hyperglycemia</i></b><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Avoiding and treating hyperglycemia is a three-tiered process — this includes taking your treatments as directed, exercising, and eating a healthy diet with smaller portions. (5)</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>The effort is worth it: Getting your blood sugar under control can ultimately help increase your quality of life now and help ward off complications in the future.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>American Diabetes Association Releases 2019 Standards of Care</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>This year, the recommendations aim to help people living with diabetes become better advocates for their overall health.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Eating Breakfast Regularly May Reduce Type 2 Diabetes Risk</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Eating Breakfast Regularly May Reduce Type 2 Diabetes Risk</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Skipping the morning meal even once a week may increase the likelihood of developing the disease, a new review suggests.</i></b></span><br />
<b style="font-size: x-large;"><i>Many People With Type 2 Diabetes May Test Their Blood Sugar More Than Needed</i></b><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Research suggests that for people whose blood sugar is well controlled, home glucose testing isn’t necessary, and yet many people continue to do it.</i></b></span><br />
<b style="font-size: x-large;"><i>One woman with diabetes shares how she's adjusted some of her daily habits to handle the side effects.</i></b><br />
<b style="font-size: x-large;"><i>Sugar in Soda, Not Fruit, Raises Your Risk for Type 2 Diabetes, Study Suggests</i></b><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Fructose is found in soda, sports drinks, fruit juice, and whole fruit. But fiber in the latter helps offset the sugar’s negative effect on blood sugar .</i></b></span><br />
<b style="font-size: x-large;"><i>Metformin May Help Prevent Eye Disease in People With Type 2 Diabetes</i></b><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>The drug, which helps stabilize blood sugar levels, helped people with diabetes lower their chances of developing age-related macular degeneration .</i></b></span><br />
<b style="font-size: x-large;"><i>An Essential Guide for Talking to Your Doctor About Basal Insulin</i></b><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Here are four talking points people with type 2 diabetes should bring up if they think they may need or have been prescribed basal insulin.</i></b></span><br />
<b style="font-size: x-large;"><i>Peer Support May Cut Costs, Boost Health of People With Diabetes and Depression</i></b><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>A new study shows that having a peer to empathize with may help reduce health emergencies among individuals managing the health conditions.</i></b></span><br />
<b style="font-size: x-large;"><i>Study Ties ‘Milk’ Hormone to Lower Type 2 Diabetes Risk</i></b><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Researchers don’t yet know why, but future studies on the relationship may lead to improvements in diabetes preventative care.</i></b></span><br />
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<b style="font-size: x-large;"><i>A new study suggests that the weight loss procedure cut their likelihood of heart attack and stroke by 40 percent.</i></b><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>The Weight-Loss Drug Lorcaserin May Help With Type 2 Diabetes Prevention and Management</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>The Weight-Loss Drug Lorcaserin May Help With Type 2 Diabetes Prevention and Management</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>In a yearlong study, the medication outperformed a placebo in helping participants lower their A1C, a two- to three-month blood sugar average.</i></b></span><br />
<b style="font-size: x-large;"><i>'Type 2 Diabetes Doesn’t Have a Body Type — My Diagnosis as a Fit 25-Year-Old Proves It'</i></b><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>One woman with type 2 diabetes shares how her health journey has changed her perspective on the disease, and how it may change yours as well.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Intermittent Fasting May Put Type 2 Diabetes in Remission, Small Study Finds</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Eating Whole Grains May Lower Type 2 Diabetes Risk, Study Finds</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Wheat, oats, and rye are all shown to help prevent type 2 diabetes — and the more participants ate, the better.</i></b></span><br />
<b style="font-size: x-large;"><i>Quitting Smoking Dramatically Reduces Diabetes-Related Heart Disease Risk, Study Suggests</i></b><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Controlling that risk factor, as well as four others, reduces the risk for early death, heart attack, and stroke .</i></b></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7795085978269908611.post-34292514229039814082019-01-09T19:14:00.001-06:002019-01-09T19:14:44.432-06:00Maxy sez : Why Does Type 2 Diabetes Cause Your Feet to Go Numb?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i> High blood sugar that's uncontrolled can lead to serious complications, like pain, numbness, and injury in the feet and legs.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>By Jennifer Laskey </i></b></span><b style="font-size: x-large;"><i>Medically Reviewed by Justin Laube, MD</i></b><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>If you’re concerned you may have neuropathy or if you experience cracks, pus, ulcers, or other signs of infection in your feet, please see your doctor.Chris Rout/Alamy</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Numbness in the feet is a symptom of neuropathy or nerve damage, one of the most common long-term complications of type 2 diabetes. Neuropathy is caused by poor blood sugar control that persists over a long period of time.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>“The higher the blood sugars and the longer they stay high, the greater the chance of the person developing neuropathy,” says Joel Zonszein, MD, director of the Clinical Diabetes Center at the University Hospital of the Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Montefiore Health System in the Bronx, New York.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>“The nerves that get affected by high sugars tend to be the longest nerves in the body,” explains Dr. Zonszein. These nerves go from the spine to the toes, which is why the feet get affected before the arms or hands. Diabetic neuropathy also tends to be bilateral. “Both feet will be affected equally,” he says.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>If blood sugar remains poorly controlled, it can lead to serious complications. In the feet, diabetic neuropathy can not only cause numbness but pain and injuries. It can change the shape of your feet, deforming them so they no longer fit into regular shoes. It can also dry out and damage your skin, cause calluses and ulcers on your feet, and interfere with circulation. The numbness also makes it hard to tell if there is a cut or injury which can increase your risk of infections and amputation.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>People with diabetes are also at an increased risk for amputation. In 2010, approximately 73,000 non-traumatic lower-limb amputations were performed on adults (20 years or older) diagnosed with diabetes, according to the American Diabetes Association.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>The good news is that most amputations are preventable when you manage your diabetes well, take good care of your feet, and wear proper footwear. If you have circulatory problems or you’ve already been diagnosed with neuropathy, you’ll benefit from seeing a podiatrist as well as your endocrinologist.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>If you’re concerned you may have neuropathy or if you experience any redness, cracks, pus, ulcers, or other signs of infection in your feet, Zonszein advises going to see your doctor immediately.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>The most effective way to prevent or delay diabetic nerve damage is to maintain good control of your blood sugar. Controlling blood pressure and cholesterol is also important. “Lipids [can] have an indirect effect on neuropathy,” says Zonszein.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>He also emphasizes the importance of exercise and a healthy diet — and maintaining a healthy weight; which will address your overall cardiovascular and cholesterol health. “Patients who are overweight or obese tend to develop more neuropathy and more arthritic problems and pain in their feet because of the [extra] weight,” he adds.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Finally, your doctor may also want to check to make sure you don’t have a vitamin B deficiency. One of the most common medications used to treat diabetes, Metformin, can cause a deficiency in folic acid and vitamin B-12 in about 10 percent of the people who take it, warns Zonszein.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>While maintaining good blood sugar control can help prevent or delay neuropathy, there is no cure once the nerves are damaged for a long period of time; the medications that are available only treat symptoms and slow the progression of the disease. However, researchers have seen some promising results in recent studies with mice. One published in the July 2015 issue of the Journal of Neurophysiology suggests that fish oil (specifically omega-3 fatty acids) may help reverse or slow the progression of diabetic neuropathy.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Overall, Zonszein says that he has been seeing less and less neuropathy, which he attributes to earlier diagnosis, better treatments, and patients working with their doctors to take charge of the disease. “People with diabetes are doing much better nowadays. We’re seeing complications less often and much later in the disease,” he says. “That’s an important message to patients."</i></b></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7795085978269908611.post-15099160110177313202019-01-05T20:21:00.005-06:002019-01-05T20:22:59.112-06:00Maxy sez : Can Thin People Get Type 2 Diabetes?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i> America's growing waistlines have been linked to the rise in type 2 diabetes, but normal-weight people may still be at risk. Find out if you could be one of them.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>By Beth W. Orenstein</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Medically Reviewed by Lindsey Marcellin, MD, MPH</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Almost 90 percent of people with type 2 diabetes are overweight or obese, according to government statistics, and it's known that carrying excess weight ups your diabetes risk. The reason is that fat interferes with your ability to use insulin — insulin moves sugar (glucose) from your blood to your cells, which need the sugar for energy. But don't think you're off the hook if you're thin — you still can be at risk for type 2 diabetes, even if you're not heavy.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>The risk for developing type 2 diabetes may be smaller if you're thin, but it's still real, especially if you're older, says Christopher Case, MD, who specializes in endocrinology in Jefferson City, Mo.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>It's not known exactly how many thin or normal-weight people have type 2 diabetes, but part of that may be because there is no standard definition for "thin," Dr. Case says. "They may not look obese," Case says, but any excess weight, especially around the stomach, is a risk factor.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>One of the reasons people can have high blood sugar and develop diabetes whether they're thin or obese is because weight, though a contributing factor, is not the only factor.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Type 2 Diabetes Could Be in Your Genes</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Genetics plays a role in developing type 2 diabetes. Studies show that people who have a close relative (parent or sibling) with type 2 diabetes have a greater than three times higher risk of developing the disease than those with no family history, Case says.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Genetics may explain why some people who are thin develop type 2 diabetes and why an obese person might not, he says.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>African-Americans, Asians, Hispanics, and Native Americans also are at greater risk for type 2 diabetes.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Lifestyle Choices Raise Your Diabetes Risk </i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>These other risk factors, often associated with people who are overweight, can plague thin people, too:</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Triglyceride levels and hypertension. Having high triglycerides, one of the lipid (fat) components, in your blood and having high blood pressure both increase your risk.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Inactivity. If you lead a sedentary lifestyle, your risk for diabetes increases, no matter your weight.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Smoking. If you smoke, you are at higher risk for developing type 2 diabetes, regardless of your body weight. "Smokers tend to have lower body weight, and therefore you may see some thin smokers with type 2 diabetes," Case says.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>4 Ways to Reduce Your Diabetes Risk</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Diabetes is a serious condition that can put you at risk for a stroke or heart disease. Diabetes also can cause kidney disease and blindness. It's not something you want to deal with if you don't have to.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Here are ways to reduce your risk for developing type 2 diabetes:</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Eat a healthy diet. Even if you don't need to lose weight, Case says, you want to eat a diet that is low in saturated fat and high in complex carbohydrates, such as whole grains and vegetables. Choose low-fat meats and dairy products. Limit simple sugars and saturated fats.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Get regular exercise. If you need to, you can start slow — walk just 15 minutes a day. Build up to 30 minutes a day at least five days a week. Choose an activity that you like so that you're sure to stick with it. Find a friend to exercise with as motivation.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Manage your blood pressure. Because high blood pressure is a risk factor, it's important to keep your blood pressure within normal limits. Eat less salt in your diet, reduce stress with exercise and relaxation techniques, and limit alcohol consumption.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Quit smoking. If you're at risk for diabetes, you don't want to add to it by smoking. Smoking can raise your bad cholesterol and your blood pressure, both risk factors for diabetes. You can find a way to quit. Talk to your doctor.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Even if you are thin, you can be at risk for diabetes, especially if you smoke, have a family history of the disease, or are older. Talk to your doctor and adjust your lifestyle to lower your risk.</i></b></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7795085978269908611.post-18471236661403577442019-01-04T00:00:00.000-06:002019-01-04T00:00:03.314-06:00Maxy sez : 7 Diabetes Symptoms You Shouldn’t Ignore<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b style="font-size: x-large;"><i>It’s time to start listening to your body. Help avoid serious complications of type 2 diabetes by knowing the warning signs.</i></b><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>By Beth W. Orenstein</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Medically Reviewed by Farrokh Sohrabi, MD</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Blood sugar that’s consistently out of whack increases your risk of health problems throughout your body, including your heart, blood vessels, eyes, kidneys, and nerves. Resulting complications could lead to disabling, even life-threatening, conditions — and that’s why, if you have type 2 diabetes, practicing good diabetes management and maintaining blood sugar control is a must.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Being aware of possible complications and their symptoms is one of the first steps to successfully managing diabetes, says Gerald Bernstein, MD, director of the diabetes management program at Mount Sinai Beth Israel Hospital in New York City. Educating yourself may help you delay or prevent complications from happening.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Start here, by reading about seven signs of diabetes complications that should never be ignored.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Confusion, dizziness, and shakiness:</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i> These symptoms are often a sign of low blood sugar (hypoglycemia). “People describe it as feeling nervous or anxious,” says Lori Zanini, RD, CDE, a spokeswoman for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Blood sugar is usually considered low when it falls below 70. If left untreated, blood sugar that goes too low could cause you to pass out and need emergency medical treatment.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>If you feel any of the symptoms of hypoglycemia, check your blood sugar. If your number is less than 70, eat 15 grams of carbohydrate such as 3 glucose tablets, 4 ounces of orange juice, or 2 tablespoons of raisins. Wait 15 minutes and then check your blood sugar again. If it hasn’t gone above 70, eat 15 more grams of carbohydrate, wait 15 minutes, and recheck your blood sugar. If you continue to experience symptoms, call your doctor or seek medical treatment. Zanini advises carrying hard candy or glucose tablets with you so you can react as soon as you feel yourself getting shaky.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Excessive urination and thirst:</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i> Conversely, thirst and a consistent need to urinate could be signs that your blood sugar is too high. Over time, high blood sugar (hyperglycemia) can lead to serious complications, including kidney damage, heart disease, and nerve damage. You can help prevent and treat high blood sugar by exercising, following your diabetes meal plan, and taking your medications as prescribed. If you continue to experience episodes of high blood sugar, work with your doctor to see if you need to make lifestyle changes or adjustments to your treatment plan.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Call your doctor or seek medical treatment if your blood sugar levels remain high for a prolonged period of time. If left untreated, high blood sugar could lead to severe complications that require emergency care, such as diabetic coma.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Blurry vision and pressure in your eyes:</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i> Uncontrolled diabetes can increase your risk for several eye conditions, including diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, and cataracts. If left untreated these conditions can lead to vision loss and eventually cause blindness. It’s important to have regular eye exams and report any concerns to your eye doctor between visits. Call your doctor if you experience a sudden change in vision, or if you have blurry vision, floaters, or pressure in your eyes.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Wounds that don’t heal. Diabetes decreases blood flow, and uncontrolled diabetes can result in poor circulation. This can keep wounds from healing because nourishing blood cells can’t get where they're needed. Wounds can turn into ulcers and sores that could become infected. And if they get serious enough, infections may need amputation. Regularly inspect your body, especially your feet, for cuts or bruises and treat them immediately, before they have a chance to worsen. See your doctor if your wound becomes infected or doesn’t heal.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Loss of feeling in your feet :</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Neuropathy, or nerve damage from poor circulation, especially in your limbs, is a diabetes complication that can prevent you from feeling heat or cold or a cut on your foot that could then go untreated. Always wear good fitting shoes, inspect your limbs down to each toe and the soles of your feet every day, and seek medical attention for problems that won’t go away.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Swelling of hands, face, feet, and ankles. Swelling can be a sign that your kidneys aren’t functioning properly. Other symptoms of kidney malfunction may include upset stomach, weakness, difficulty sleeping, and difficulty concentrating, according to the American Diabetes Association. Poorly functioning kidneys can be life-threatening — they don’t filter waste from your blood as they should. Keep your blood pressure and your blood sugar within your target ranges to avoid damaging your kidneys, and have your doctor regularly monitor your kidney function with blood tests.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Chest, jaw, or arm pain :</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>These symptoms may be signs of heart attack, says Linda Siminerio, RN, PhD, CDE, director at the University of Pittsburgh Diabetes Institute and a professor at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine. Diabetes can weaken your blood vessels and allow plaque to build up in your arteries. Plaque can break off and damage your heart muscle, resulting in a heart attack or, if the plaque goes to the brain, a stroke. Heart attacks and strokes are the leading cause of death for people with diabetes, according to the National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse. If you suspect you're having a heart attack, call 911. “Seek medical attention immediately," Siminerio says.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Work as a Team to Manage Diabetes :</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>You and your team of health care providers — which may include your doctor, an endocrinologist, eye doctor, podiatrist, diabetes educator, nutritionist, and others — should be working together to manage your diabetes and prevent complications. “It takes a village to manage diabetes,” Siminerio says. “Living healthy and eating healthy can make a dramatic difference in good diabetes management.”</i></b></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7795085978269908611.post-56672887051486754432019-01-01T18:00:00.000-06:002019-01-01T18:00:03.612-06:00Maxy sez : When Is Low Blood Pressure Too Low?<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b style="font-size: x-large;"><i>Some people naturally have low blood pressure, known as hypotension. However, when high blood pressure suddenly becomes low blood pressure, it could be cause for concern.</i></b><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>By Krisha McCoy Medically Reviewed by Michael Cutler, DO, PhD</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Low numbers may be the sign of dehydration or nutrient deficiencies.Alamy</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Low blood pressure, or hypotension, may be a sign of good health and of a decreased risk of heart disease. But not always. At times, continually low blood pressure or a sudden drop in blood pressure can lead to worrisome symptoms and even serious health problems.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Understanding Hypotension</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>A blood pressure reading contains two numbers: systolic pressure and diastolic pressure. Systolic pressure is the top or first number in your blood pressure reading; it indicates the pressure within your arteries when your heart pumps out blood. Diastolic pressure is the bottom number, and shows the pressure in your arteries while your heart is filling with blood.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>If your blood pressure is 120/80 millimeters of mercury (mm Hg) or lower, it’s considered normal. Generally, if the blood pressure reading is under 90/60 mm Hg, it is abnormally low and is referred to as hypotension. Some adults regularly have a blood pressure in the hypotensive range, but have no symptoms at all and do not require treatment. In serious cases, though, hypotension can result in a decreased supply of oxygen and nutrients to your brain, which can eventually lead to life-threatening shock.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Anyone can develop hypotension, but certain groups of people are more likely to experience it, and there are different types. For instance, orthostatic (positional) hypotension, which occurs when you stand up after sitting or lying down, is more common in older adults. Typically, “your body has certain compensatory mechanisms to prevent your blood pressure from falling when you stand up,” explains Willie Lawrence, MD, an interventional cardiologist at Research Medical Center in Kansas City, Missouri, and a spokesperson for the American Heart Association. But, he adds, “orthostatic hypotension is a problem for some people because these reflexes that should occur, don’t occur.”</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Symptoms of Hypotension</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Most doctors do not consider hypotension a problem unless it is associated with certain signs and symptoms, which may include:</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Dizziness</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Fainting</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Fatigue</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Problems concentrating</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Blurry vision</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Nausea</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Clammy, pale skin</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Shortness of breath</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Some people have naturally low blood pressure, and they don't experience any symptoms. But for those who are used to having high blood pressure, episodes of low blood pressure can signal a problem and can cause the symptoms listed above.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>An onset of hypotension is more likely to occur when you:</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Are on bed rest for a long period of time, and then resume an upright posture</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Have lost a large amount of blood</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Are dehyrdrated</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Are taking certain medications, such as blood pressure lowering medications; certain heart medications; certain Parkinson's disease medications; tricyclic antidepressants; or medications to treat erectile dysfunction</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Have a heart problem, such as a very slow heart beat, heart valve problems, heart attack, or heart failure</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Have an endocrine problem, such as hypothyroidism, parathyroid disease, Addison's disease (an adrenal gland disorder), low blood sugar, or diabetes</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Have a severe infection that enters your blood stream</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Are experiencing anaphylaxis, a life-threatening allergic reaction</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Have a neural disorder that affects your blood pressure</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Have a nutrient deficiency, such as low vitamin B12 and folic acid levels</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>When Do You Need Medical Care for Hypotension?</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>If your blood pressure is always on the low side and you do not have any of the above symptoms, there is usually no cause for concern. Similarly, if you have a single at-home blood pressure reading that is abnormally low without any symptoms, you probably do not need to see your doctor. It is normal for your blood pressure to rise and fall over time, and your body is usually able to get your blood pressure back to normal.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>But, says Dr. Lawrence, “when you sense there’s a recurrent problem, or there’s no clear explanation for what’s happened, you need to seek medical advice."</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>If your blood pressure drops suddenly and you are experiencing symptoms like dizziness, you should call your healthcare provider. They can assess your situation and rule out underlying problems, such as internal bleeding, serious infection, or allergic reaction.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Treatment for hypotension will depend on the cause of the low blood pressure. Immediate steps might include:</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Lying with your feet above your heart</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Drinking fluids</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Avoiding hypotension triggers like prolonged standing</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>After evaluation by a doctor, recommendations may include:</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Avoiding alcohol</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Adjusting your diet</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Adjusting your medications (possibly lowering dosages)</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Taking blood pressure raising medications, such as fludrocortisone (Florinef) and midodrine (ProAmatine)</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Wearing compression stockings</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>People who experience shock related to hypotension will need emergency treatment to restore blood flow to their organs and raise their blood pressure back to normal.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>It’s important to determine whether your low blood pressure is “a primary problem or secondary problem,” notes Lawrence. A primary problem means that the body’s reflexes are not working as they should. Secondary causes mean that the low blood pressure is a result of things like dehydration or the effects of certain medications. “Some anti-hypertensive [medications] are more likely to cause hypotension than others, and a lot of it is dose-dependent,” says Lawrence. “In most people, there will be some easily identifiable secondary cause, or some easy solution to what may even be a chronic problem that has no secondary cause, and that’s why it’s important to see your doctor, so they can make an appropriate assessment.”</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Keep track of your blood pressure readings, even if you don’t have any health issues, so that you know what your personal “normal” reading is. And if your blood pressure is being monitored, talk to your doctor about the blood pressure target range that’s best for you.</i></b></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7795085978269908611.post-88565333302323855592018-12-07T23:53:00.004-06:002018-12-07T23:53:52.981-06:00Maxy Sez :The History of Diabetes<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b style="font-size: x-large;"><i>People have been aware of diabetes for thousands of years. Learn how discoveries over the ages have led to today's understanding of diabetes.</i></b><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>By Krisha McCoy</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Medically Reviewed by Pat F. Bass III, MD, MPH</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Scientists and physicians have been documenting the condition now known as diabetes for thousands of years. From the origins of its discovery to the dramatic breakthroughs in its treatment, many brilliant minds have played a part in the fascinating history of diabetes.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Diabetes: Its Beginnings</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>The first known mention of diabetes symptoms was in 1552 B.C., when Hesy-Ra, an Egyptian physician, documented frequent urination as a symptom of a mysterious disease that also caused emaciation. Also around this time, ancient healers noted that ants seemed to be attracted to the urine of people who had this disease.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>In 150 AD, the Greek physician Arateus described what we now call diabetes as "the melting down of flesh and limbs into urine." From then on, physicians began to gain a better understanding about diabetes.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Centuries later, people known as "water tasters" diagnosed diabetes by tasting the urine of people suspected to have it. If urine tasted sweet, diabetes was diagnosed. To acknowledge this feature, in 1675 the word "mellitus," meaning honey, was added to the name "diabetes," meaning siphon. It wasn't until the 1800s that scientists developed chemical tests to detect the presence of sugar in the urine.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Diabetes: Early Treatments</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>As physicians learned more about diabetes, they began to understand how it could be managed. The first diabetes treatment involved prescribed exercise, often horseback riding, which was thought to relieve excessive urination.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>In the 1700s and 1800s, physicians began to realize that dietary changes could help manage diabetes, and they advised their patients to do things like eat only the fat and meat of animals or consume large amounts of sugar. During the Franco-Prussian War of the early 1870s, the French physician Apollinaire Bouchardat noted that his diabetic patients' symptoms improved due to war-related food rationing, and he developed individualized diets as diabetes treatments. This led to the fad diets of the early 1900s, which included the "oat-cure," "potato therapy," and the "starvation diet."</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>In 1916, Boston scientist Elliott Joslin established himself as one of the world's leading diabetes experts by creating the textbook The Treatment of Diabetes Mellitus, which reported that a fasting diet combined with regular exercise could significantly reduce the risk of death in diabetes patients. Today, doctors and diabetes educators still use these principles when teaching their patients about lifestyle changes for the management of diabetes.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Despite these advances, before the discovery of insulin, diabetes inevitably led to premature death. The first big breakthrough that eventually led to the use of insulin to treat diabetes was in 1889, when Oskar Minkowski and Joseph von Mering, researchers at the University of Strasbourg in France, showed that the removal of a dog's pancreas could induce diabetes.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>In the early 1900s, Georg Zuelzer, a German scientist, found that injecting pancreatic extract into patients could help control diabetes.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Frederick Banting, a physician in Ontario, Canada, first had the idea to use insulin to treat diabetes in 1920, and he and his colleagues began trying out his theory in animal experiments. Banting and his team finally used insulin to successfully treat a diabetic patient in 1922 and were awarded the Nobel Prize in Medicine the following year.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Diabetes: Where We Are Today</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Today, insulin is still the primary therapy used to treat type 1 diabetes; other medications have since been developed to help control blood glucose levels. Diabetic patients can now test their blood sugar levels at home, and use dietary changes, regular exercise, insulin, and other medications to precisely control their blood glucose levels, thereby reducing their risk of health complications.</i></b></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7795085978269908611.post-44798871137932214172018-11-29T18:28:00.003-06:002018-11-29T18:28:39.075-06:00Maxy sez : Regaining Your Energy With Type 2 Diabetes: Tips to Prevent Fatigue<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b style="font-size: x-large;"><i>Living with diabetes can be tiring, not just from the actual diabetes symptoms but also from managing the condition in general. These simple steps can help fight fatigue from diabetes and boost energy.</i></b><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i> By Barbara Sadick</i></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>No, it's not your imagination: Taking care of yourself when you have type 2 diabetes can be exhausting. Diabetes-related fatigue is common, and you may be feeling it from a variety of sources — your type 2 diabetes symptoms themselves, exhaustion from the responsibilities of managing diabetes daily, ineffective diabetes management, or even from other underlying conditions.</i></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Understanding Diabetes-Related Fatigue</i></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>There are strong associations between diabetes and testosterone levels, kidney disease, and other health complications, all of which can cause you to become very tired, says Ronald Tamler, MD, medical director of the Mount Sinai Clinical Diabetes Institute at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City. There’s also a link between diabetes and depression, he adds, and depression is a common cause of extreme fatigue.</i></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>According to a study published in June 2014 in the journal Current Diabetes Report, depressive symptoms affect up to one-third of people with diabetes. The research also found that depression not only impairs quality of life but also adds to the difficulties experienced in diabetes self-management.</i></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>"The research highlights a wide range of potential explanations for the association between diabetes and depression, which include having a sedentary lifestyle, eating a diet high in refined sugars, sleeping poorly, and experiencing brain dysfunction due to low and high blood sugars, as well as chronic inflammation that is associated with diabetes," says David Lam, MD, associate director of the Mount Sinai Diabetes Center at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City.</i></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Other causes of fatigue from diabetes include cells being deprived of sugar, high blood sugar, dehydration from increased urination, loss of calories, and sleep apnea. Graham McMahon, bachelor of medicine and bachelor of surgery, the president and CEO of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education and an adjunct professor of medical education at the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine in Chicago, says that high blood pressure, nerve damage, and other underlying physical conditions can be a direct cause of exhaustion.</i></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Pinpointing a Cause of Fatigue</i></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>“Don’t take fatigue for granted,” Dr. McMahon says. “It needs to be investigated.” Some people may need to undergo a sleep study for possible sleep apnea, while others should be tested for anemia, and still others may need to be treated for stress and depression.</i></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Reasons you may be tired from diabetes can be more subtle than you might think. If you’re not getting the energy you need from food, or you’re skipping meals, you’ll be tired. If you’re overweight, you may be at risk for sleep apnea, a serious condition in which breathing problems cause poor-quality sleep that can in turn deplete your energy. These problems can also make diabetes symptoms worse.</i></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Being tired from diabetes is a serious barrier to being active, taking good care of oneself, and properly using medication to stabilize your blood sugar levels. The good news, though, is that a lack of energy doesn’t have to be a permanent way of life.</i></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Boosting Energy</i></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Following these tips to help boost energy may go a long way toward improving your diabetes symptoms and your quality of life:</i></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Be sure to see your doctor regularly.</i></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Eat a healthy, nutritious diet and don’t skip meals.</i></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Move more. Exercise boosts energy and helps you lose extra weight or maintain a healthy weight.</i></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Keep blood sugar levels in control.</i></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Sleep is critical, so get seven to eight hours a night and never less than six hours.</i></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>If you’re depressed, get treatment.</i></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>If you’re stressed, ask your doctor for ways to manage it.</i></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>If you think you may have sleep apnea or other sleep problems, seek treatment.</i></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Adjusting to a Healthier Lifestyle</i></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Because of the great amount of management it takes to live a healthy life with type 2 diabetes symptoms, you’re likely to experience a lack of energy at times. The more complex the diabetes, the more you’ll need to do to keep your blood sugar levels in normal range. And the more work it takes to control blood sugar levels, the more tired you’ll likely become.</i></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>But as you continue to become more educated about diabetes — with as much support as you can get from family and friends — you’ll begin to adjust to eating better, exercising more, sleeping better, and keeping your blood sugar levels in check. Once you’ve made the choice to be healthier, you’ll find yourself less fatigued and more energized.</i></b></span></div>
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<b style="font-size: x-large;"><i>The findings may help doctors identify more people at risk for the potentially deadly cancer.</i></b><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>By Sheryl Huggins Salomon Medically Reviewed by Kacy Church, MD</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>A type 2 diabetes diagnosis after age 50, called late-onset diabetes, is a known risk factor for pancreatic cancer, and in Latino and African-American people with diabetes who are diagnosed with pancreatic cancer within three years, pancreatic cancer itself may manifest as diabetes.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>That’s what a study published June 18 in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute suggests, and the findings may help doctors identify more individuals at risk for pancreatic cancer, which has poor survival rates because doctors often don’t catch the disease early enough for treatment to be effective. Pancreatic cancer has a five-year survival rate of only 8.5 percent, according to the National Cancer Institute (NCI).</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>For the current study, authors studied the incidence of type 2 diabetes and pancreatic cancer in nearly 49,000 African-American and Latino people older than 50. From 1993 to 2013, about 32 percent, or about 15,800, of the study participants developed diabetes. During follow-up, researchers identified an additional 408 pancreatic cancer cases.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Over the study period, about 20 years, they found that diabetes was associated with a twofold risk of pancreatic cancer. But when researchers stratified the data, they observed the risk for pancreatic cancer was even higher among participants diagnosed with diabetes in the previous three years (called recent-onset diabetes). Within that time period, Latinos were four times more likely to develop pancreatic cancer, and African-Americans were three times more likely.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>“Our results suggest that late-onset diabetes can be used as a marker to narrow down who is in a high-risk group for pancreatic cancer,” says the lead study author, V. Wendy Setiawan, PhD, an associate professor of preventive medicine at the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California in Los Angeles. “Physicians should be aware that while the chance [of developing pancreatic cancer] is low, recent-onset diabetes could be an early sign of pancreatic cancer,” she adds.</i></b></span><br />
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<b style="font-size: x-large;"><i>The Association Between Pancreatic Cancer and Type 2 Diabetes in Minorities</i></b><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>The pancreas is a gland behind the stomach that secretes digestive enzymes and releases hormones, such as insulin and glucagon, that help to control blood glucose (sugar), according to Johns Hopkins University. According to the NCI, about 1.6 percent of people in the United States will be diagnosed with pancreatic cancer at some point in their lifetime.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>The incidence of pancreatic cancer among black people specifically is about 25 percent higher than it is in white people, according to the American Cancer Society. Yet, says Setiawan, “Blacks and Latinos are understudied, and thus very little is known about the relationship between diabetes and pancreatic cancer in these two populations.”</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Additionally, both black and Latino people have higher rates of type 2 diabetes than the general population, according to the American Diabetes Association. That’s why her team focused on those groups.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i><br /></i></b></span><b style="font-size: x-large;"><i>Rahil Bandukwala, DO, an endocrinologist at MemorialCare Saddleback Medical Center in Laguna Hills, California, who wasn’t involved in the research, says the results seem to align with what he’s seen in his nearly 20 years of practicing medicine, but he would be interested in seeing more long-term data. He notes a limitation of the study that the authors acknowledge in their paper: The research relied on self-reporting when determining the diabetes diagnoses, Medicare claims, and hospital discharge records. And so the recorded onset dates may have been imprecise. “It would be good to better understand when the diabetes truly came about and follow the participants out from there — to see who gets pancreatic cancer and who doesn’t.”</i></b><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>But previous research seems to support the current study’s findings. For example, nearly 40 percent of people with pancreatic cancer had also developed diabetes within the three years prior to their cancer diagnosis, according to the findings of a review of 500 medical records that was published in the March 2013 issue of Pancreas.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>A Need for Better Pancreatic Cancer Screening Tools</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Michael Choti, MD, a surgical oncologist at Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center in Gilbert, Arizona, who specializes in pancreatic cancer, says that study results so far, while interesting, aren’t cause for alarm. “Patients who develop late-onset diabetes shouldn’t panic and think Oh my God, that means I’m going to develop pancreatic cancer,” says Choti, who wasn’t involved in the current research.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>But he notes that pancreatic cancer rates are on the rise, and current screenings for the disease fall short. Given that pancreatic cancer can be aggressive and survival rates so poor, he argues that better tools are needed to screen for early signs. “We don’t really have any screening tools, and even imaging [methods] of the pancreas, such as a CAT scan or MRI of the pancreas, are not perfect,” Choti explains. According to the U.S. Preventive Services Task Force, there are no official guidelines for pancreatic cancer screening.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i><br /></i></b></span><b style="font-size: x-large;"><i>Setiawan agrees with Choti. “There is an urgent need to find better ways to identify patients with early cancer in the group of patients who develop diabetes after age 50,” she says, adding that her team at the Consortium for the Study of Chronic Pancreatitis, Diabetes, and Pancreatic Cancer are “working diligently to develop tests that can better identify patients with recent onset diabetes who actually have pancreatic cancer at its earliest stage.”</i></b><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>“Finding the cancer at an early stage and treating it with surgical removal provides the best chance for a cure of the disease,” she adds.</i></b></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7795085978269908611.post-86592661334682707322018-09-23T00:07:00.001-05:002018-09-23T00:29:00.770-05:00Wise Advice about Life<h3 style="text-align: center;">
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1. Have the courage to live a life true to yourself, not the life others expect of you.</h3>
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2. Never attribute to malice that which can be adequately explained by stupidity.</h3>
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3. “There is nothing noble in being superior to your fellow man; true nobility is being superior to your former self.” Ernest Hemingway</h3>
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4. Don’t make decisions when you’re angry. Don’t make promises when you’re happy.</h3>
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5. “Never argue with a stupid person, they’ll drag you down to their level and beat you with experience.” Mark twain</h3>
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6. Only pack what you can carry yourself.</h3>
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8. “You’d worry less about what people think about you if you knew how seldom they do.” David Foster Wallace</h3>
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9. If you blame it on someone else, don’t expect it to get better.</h3>
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10. “You can be the ripest, juiciest peach in the world, but there will always be someone who hates peaches.” Dita von Teese</h3>
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11. If the grass is greener on the other side, there’s probably more manure there.</h3>
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12. Don’t give up what you want most for what you want now.</h3>
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13. With regards to the opposite sex: If you look hungry, you’ll starve.</h3>
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14. “Never let your sense of morals prevent you from doing what is right.” Isaac Asimov</h3>
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15. Strive to be the man you want your daughter to marry.</h3>
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16. “Remember only enemies speak the truth. Friends and lovers lie endlessly, caught in the web of duty.” Stephen King</h3>
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17. Never forget your car keys will change your car from one tonne of inert metal into one of the most deadly killing machines that has been invented.</h3>
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19. Never make someone a priority who only makes you an option.</h3>
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20. Try not to take anything personally. No one thinks about you as much as you do.</h3>
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21. “If you want to know what a man’s like, take a good look at how he treats his inferiors, not his equals.” Sirius Black</h3>
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22. Figure out what you love to do, and then figure out how to get someone to pay you to do it.</h3>
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23. If you treat a woman like a queen, and she treats you like a jester, your princess is in another castle.</h3>
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24. Whenever something happens that makes you sad, ask yourself whether you’d still care about it when you’re ninety.</h3>
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25. Be persistent. When knowledge and ability aren’t enough, be persistent.</h3>
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26. “Life is scary. Get used to it. There are no magical fixes. It’s all up to you. So get up off your keister, get out of here, and go start doin’ the work. Nothing in this world that’s worth having comes easy.” Bob Kelso</h3>
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27. Smart girls like to hear they’re pretty, pretty girls like to hear that they’re smart.</h3>
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28. Happiness is a choice and everything else is a matter of perspective.</h3>
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<b style="font-size: x-large;"><i>BY PATRICK SULLIVAN</i></b><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Clear as urine. That’s not the expression, but perhaps it should be, at least when urine is healthy. Perfectly normal urine tends to be a pale, straw color or a clear yellow. “A lot of people don’t realize that when you’re well-hydrated, your urine should be close to running water,” explains urologist Arthur Crowley, MD. “People are confused about that. They’ll say it looks great but it’ll be dark.”</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Urine gets its yellow color from a pigment called urochrome. “It has to do with the way the kidneys break things down,” says Dr. Crowley. In addition, healthy urine has a slight, mild smell. But what if your pee has a strong odor, or isn’t a mellow yellow? What if it’s pink? Or red? Chances are the cause is innocuous, but there are times when your body may be telling you something about an underlying medical condition.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>What’s that smell?</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Normal urine should smell unobtrusive, but there are several reasons why you might notice a stronger odor wafting up from the bowl. Dehydration can cast a distinct aroma if your urine isn’t as diluted as usual, signaling that you need to drink up. Vitamins—namely vitamin B6—and certain foods are other common suspects. “Vitamin B6 has a strong odor, almost like old urine,” says Crowley. “It’s more a nitrogen-type smell.” Garlic can make your pee as stinky as your breath, and asparagus is well known for scenting your urine, giving off a sulfur-like smell.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Sometimes, though, the smell may be a sign of trouble. Diabetics often have sweet-smelling urine due to the presence of sugar. A urinary tract infection (UTI) is another condition that brings along a strong smell, “almost like gunpowder,” says Crowley. “The bacteria that causes a UTI will split the urea molecules in urine apart, releasing the smell.”</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Red or pink urine could indicate the presence of blood, but don’t panic just yet. Blueberries and rhubarb (did you overindulge in pie recently?) can do it. So can beets. Certain medications, such as senna laxatives or even ibuprofen, can cause blood in the urine. Crowley says if a lab analysis reveals no red blood cells in your urine sample, it’s probably something you ate. If it’s not your diet, blood in the urine may be a symptom of UTIs, bladder stones and cancer of the kidneys or bladder. It may also be due to long-distance running (joggers’ hematuria) or other strenuous exercise. If you haven’t recently chowed down on veggies that may be behind the color change, see your primary care physician and have a sample taken.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>If you’ve thought all along that dark-colored urine is the norm, think again. Severe dehydration is the best-case scenario for urine that’s amber or orange in color. Fortunately, it’s the most common diagnosis, according to Crowley. The fix is easy enough: Drink more water. If your urine is still dark, you might need to replenish your electrolytes as well. Sports drinks and Pedialyte can help.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>But if dehydration isn’t causing the dark hue, it could be something more serious. “Cirrhosis of the liver and hepatitis are possibilities,” says Crowley. With liver issues, a pigment called bilirubin is turning the urine dark. “Bilirubin results from the breakdown of old red blood cells and normally can be converted to a water soluble substance by the liver,” Crowley says. If the liver is damaged, the bilirubin does not get broken down and passes through the bladder as a dark discoloration.</i></b></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7795085978269908611.post-47517119209919949912018-09-11T18:00:00.000-05:002018-09-11T18:22:18.229-05:00Maxy sez : Types of Vaginal Infections<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Burning, itching, and an unpleasant odor are just some of the common symptoms of vaginal infections. But treatments vary by condition, so it's important to know which type of vaginal infection you have.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>By Beth W. Orenstein</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Medically Reviewed by Lindsey Marcellin, MD, MPH</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Vaginal infections, or vaginitis, are very common — so much so that most women will experience some form of vaginal infection or inflammation during their lifetime.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>“To the gynecologist, vaginitis is a vaginal discharge with or without itching and burning, with or without an odor,” says Gregory R. Moore, MD, MPH, an obstetrician-gynecologist and director of the University Health Service at the University of Kentucky in Lexington.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Some women seem to be more prone to vaginal infections than others for reasons that are not entirely obvious, Dr. Moore says.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>What Upsets the Normal Vaginal Balance</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>A healthy vagina has many bacteria and yeast. However, some things can disturb that healthy balance. These include:</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Douches</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Hormone level changes</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Vaginal intercourse</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>The Most Common Types of Vaginal Infections</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>There are three very common types of vaginal infections, says Cynthia Krause, MD, assistant clinical professor of obstetrics and gynecology at Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York City.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Yeast infections. The most common type of vaginitis, a yeast infection is caused by one of the many species of fungus known as Candida. Candida live naturally in your body in small numbers, including in the vagina, and usually don't cause any harm.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>However, Candida thrive in a warm, moist, airless environment and, under those conditions, can grow in number, causing a vaginal infection. Dr. Krause says, “There are many species of yeast or Candida — Candida albicans is the most common.”</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Symptoms of a vaginal yeast infection include a thick, white discharge that some women describe as resembling cottage cheese. Yeast infections also can cause vaginal itching and redness of the vulva (the lips of the external female genital area) and vagina.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Bacterial vaginosis. Along with yeast, “friendly” bacteria called lactobacilli live in the vagina. When the number of lactobacilli gets too low, it can trigger a condition called bacterial vaginosis (BV).</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Why bacteria levels change is not known, but the normal lactobacilli can be replaced by other infection-causing bacteria. “Gardnerella is the bacteria most often associated with bacterial vaginosis,” Krause says. “It is the lack of lactobacilli and overgrowth with these other bacteria that cause the symptoms of infection.”</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>With bacterial vaginosis, a woman may see a thick or whitish discharge or one that is slippery and clear. It is not likely to itch or burn. A fishy odor may be noticeable, especially during intercourse.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Trichomonas. “Of the three most common vaginal infections, trichomonas vaginitis is the only one that is a true sexually transmitted infection,” Krause says. Commonly called “trich,” it is caused by a single-celled parasite, trichomonas vaginalis, and is passed from partner to partner during intercourse.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>The symptoms of trichomonas vaginitis are similar to other vaginal infections: burning, irritation, redness, and swelling of the vulva, with a yellow-gray or greenish vaginal discharge, possibly with a fishy odor. Some women also experience pain during urination.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Other common vaginal infections and causes of vaginal itching include:</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Chlamydia vaginitis. Chlamydia is a sexually transmitted disease that can cause inflammation of the vagina. Some women will have a discharge with chlamydia and some will not. A more common symptom is bleeding, especially after intercourse. “Sexually active women up to age 26 should be tested annually for chlamydia because it so often comes without symptoms and can linger and do a fair amount of damage to fertility,” Moore says.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Noninfectious vaginitis. Noninfectious vaginitis is when the skin around the vagina becomes sensitive to an irritant such as scented tampons, perfumed soaps, or fabric softeners. This is not an infection, and the solution is simple: “Not to be exposed to whatever you are having a reaction to,” Moore says.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Vulvodynia. This is a condition in which women have chronic pain or discomfort of the vulva without a known cause. The symptoms are similar to vaginal infections: burning, stinging, rawness, soreness, and swelling. Symptoms may be constant or occasional.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Viral vaginosis. Viruses also can cause vaginal infections. Most viruses are spread through sexual contact. “The herpes simplex virus is a common cause of viral vaginosis,” Moore says. Symptoms include pain in the genital area from lesions or sores. Most of the time, you can see the sores on the vulva or vagina, but they can also be hidden and seen only during an examination by your gynecologist.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>All of these infections can be treated, but it is important to know which infection you have so that the right medication is prescribed.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>“Yeast medication is available over the counter if you are certain that it is a yeast infection,” Krause says. “Sometimes women think they have a yeast infection and it is actually something else. If you try over-the-counter medications and they don’t work, you should see a doctor.”</i></b></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7795085978269908611.post-24025006616704358772018-09-09T14:46:00.000-05:002018-09-09T14:46:03.563-05:00Maxy sez : Yeast Infections in Men: What to Know<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>By Joseph Bennington-Castro Medically Reviewed by Sanjai Sinha, MD</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Yeast infections frequently occur in men, even though they're most common in women.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Men over 40 who have Type 2 diabetes may face an increased risk for developing penile yeast infections.Robert Nicholas/Getty Images</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Yeast infections are usually associated with women, but men aren't safe from these infections, either.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>The term "yeast infection" generally refers to a vaginal infection caused by the yeast Candida albicans, and less commonly other Candida species, including C. glabrata, C. parapsilosis, C. tropicalis, and C. krusei. (1)</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>But yeast infections, or candidiasis, can affect other areas of the body.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>For instance, a yeast infection of the mouth is called thrush, or oral candidiasis, and a yeast infection of the skin (such as the armpits and groin) is called cutaneous candidiasis. (2,3)</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>A yeast infection of the penis is called candidal (or candida) balanitis, or balanitis thrush.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>The term "balanitis" refers to an infection of the glans penis, which is the head of the penis. Candida infects the glans penis more often than any other infectious agent.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>If the yeast infection also affects the foreskin, it is known as candidal balanoposthitis. (4)</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Prevalence of Candidal Balanitis, a Yeast Infection of the Penis</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Candida yeasts are responsible for 30 to 35 percent of all cases of balanitis, according to a report published in the journal Clinical Microbiology Reviews. (4)</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Other infectious sources of balanitis include streptococci and staphylococci bacteria, Herpes simplex virus and human papillomavirus, and a sexually transmitted bacterium called Mycoplasma genitalium. (5)</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>But candida balanitis is not well studied, so it's unclear how many men the illness affects each year (though it's thought to be a rare condition).</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Various Candida species, most notably C. albicans, live in the gastrointestinal tract and other warm areas of the body without causing illness (they only cause issues when they're present in large numbers). (4)</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>In fact, about 20 percent of women have Candida living in their vagina and don't experience any yeast infection symptoms, according to a report published in the journal The Lancet. (1)</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Candida is commonly found on the penis, with studies suggesting that 16 to 26 percent of men carry the yeast. About 37 percent of men with Candida experience no symptoms, while 27 percent of them develop balanitis, according to a study of new attendees to a clinic for sexually transmitted diseases. (6)</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Causes and Risk Factors of Candidal Balanitis or Penile Yeast Infection</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Unlike with vaginal yeast infections, penile yeast infections are usually sexually acquired — when a man has sex with someone who has a yeast infection.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>But candidal balanitis isn't considered a sexually transmitted disease (STD) because men can get the infection without having sex.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>There are several risk factors that increase a man's risk of getting a penile yeast infection, including:</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Antibiotics, which kill the "good" bacteria that keep Candida's numbers in check</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Immune-suppressing illnesses, particularly HIV</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Diabetes mellitus (aka diabetes)</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Corticosteroids</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Additionally, Candida yeast colonization and infection are more common among men with uncircumcised penises than men with circumcised penises (the warm, moist environment underneath the foreskin promotes yeast growth). (6)</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>A study published in the Journal of European Academy of Dermatology and Venereology found that candidal balanitis was strongly associated with age over 40 years and diabetes mellitus. And men older than 60 years were more likely to have Candida colonization. (7)</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Hygiene may also play a role in candidal balanitis development.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Washing with perfumed shower gels and soaps can irritate the skin, potentially helping Candida multiply. (8)</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Symptoms of Male Yeast Infections (Candidal Balanitis)</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Common symptoms of candidal balanitis include:</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Burning and itching around the head of the penis, which worsens after having sex</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Redness and swelling</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Small, rash-like bumps called papules, which may have pus</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Pain during urination or sex</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>If you have candidal balanoposthitis, you may also have:</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>A thick, lumpy discharge under the foreskin</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>An unpleasant odor of the foreskin</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Difficulty pulling back your foreskin</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Men with diabetes may experience more severe symptoms, including fluid buildup and ulceration of the penis, as well as fissuring of the foreskin.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Complications with balanitis are rare, but may include an inability to retract the foreskin, cellulitis (inflammation of connective tissue beneath the skin), and a narrowing of the urethra that makes urinating difficult. (6,9)</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Treating Penile Yeast Infections (Yeast Infection in Men)</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Like vaginal yeast infections, penile yeast infections are easily treated with antifungal drugs called azoles.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>There are a number of over-the-counter and prescription-based topical medicines available, including:</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Lotrimin (clotrimazole)</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Monistat (miconazole)</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Spectazole (econazole)</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>In some cases, these drugs may be combined with hydrocortisone to reduce marked inflammation.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Importantly, topical oil-based medication cannot be used with latex condoms.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Alternatively, an oral azole medication called Diflucan (fluconazole) is effective for yeast infections.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>If the topical or oral treatments don't work, make sure to see your doctor, as you may have another kind of balanitis or an infection by a Candida species resistant to azole antifungals. </i></b></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7795085978269908611.post-7229609058262113442018-08-31T17:58:00.001-05:002018-08-31T17:58:04.909-05:00Maxy sez : Small Strokes Can Cause Big Damage<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Under-detected "mini-strokes" cause brain damage, result in cognitive impairment, and dementia, says a new study.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i> Chances are if you're a senior managing your health, you've already had a conversation with your doctor about stroke risk. While many patients know the warning signs of stroke — slurred speech, weakness on one side of the body, coordination problems, double vision, and headaches — health care providers often fail to educate patients about their risk for silent or "mini-strokes," which can cause progressive, permanent damage and lead to dementia.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>A new study published in the Journal of Neuroscience, examined the effects of these so-called mini-strokes. They frequently are not diagnosed or detected by a doctor because a patient does not immediately present with stroke signs. Mini-strokes may lead to permanent neurological damage and increase risk for full blown stroke.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Maiken Nedergaard, MD, lead author of the study and professor of neurosurgery at the University of Rochester Medical Center, says at least half of individuals over the age of 60 will experience one mini-stroke in their lifetime. She calls the prevalence of mini-strokes "an epidemic."</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>"Often you don't have symptoms. That's the scary thing about them, you don't know they're occurring," says Dr. Nedergaard. "If you are elderly and something doesn't work quite right, you think, I should take a nap. You don't go to the hospital unless you have big stroke."</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Mini-strokes often are detected well after the damage has been done, she says, and quite possibly by the time a patient has had several of them. A typical scenario, says Nedergaard, may be a patient who visits her doctor for chronic migraines. The doctor may order an MRI to rule out brain tumors, only to discover the patient has had several mini-strokes, which appear on a scan as "little dots where the tissue has grown," she says.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>"When you have a stroke, there's an area of the brain that dies rapidly almost at the epicenter of the injury, but there are neurons around it that die slowly," says Larry Goldstein, MD, professor of medicine, director of the Stroke Center at Duke University and a spokesperson for the American Heart Association.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i><br /></i></b></span>
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>The study authors say mini-strokes are similar in nature to ischemic strokes, which are full blown episodes provoked by a loss of blood supply, depriving an area of the brain from oxygen. Ischemic stroke effects, including blurry vision, numbness, and slurred speech, are usually present immediately after the event. "A big stroke is caused by a clot in the artery. We assume that's the same that happens in the mini-stroke, but it's not clear," says Nedergaard. "What we do know is they cause this very delayed loss of cells in the brain."</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i><br /></i></b></span>
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Nedergaard and her colleagues used rodents to examine the impact of small strokes. Strokes were provoked by injecting mice with cholesterol crystals, she says. The researchers put the mice who had mini-stroke through a series of tasks, such as recalling objects and responding to audio cues. They found the mice who suffered strokes were more likely to fail these tasks.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i><br /></i></b></span>
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>"Silent strokes are really common but their effects are not silent," says Philip B. Gorelick, MD, MPH, medical director of the Hauenstein Neuroscience Center of Saint Mary's Health Care in Grand Rapids, Mich. He says one in three patients who have a mini-stroke will sustain permanent damage.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>According to the Centers for Disease Control, stroke is the third leading cause of death in the United States. They typically occur in people over the age of 65, and cause more than 140,000 deaths each year. Around 795,000 people suffer a stroke annually. About 600,000 of these are first attacks and 185,000 are recurrent attacks. Strokes are common among people with atrial fibrillation, high blood pressure, and smokers.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Nedergaard says currently there's no treatment available to reverse brain damage caused by a stroke or to lower a patient's chances for having recurring episodes or developing dementia. This is why preventative medicine is crucial.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>To lower one's risk for having a stroke, doctors advocate for preventive medicine and a healthy lifestyle, which includes a low sodium and low cholesterol diet, a regular exercise program, only moderate amounts of alcohol, and not smoking cigarettes. Some doctors may recommend cholesterol-busting medications such as Plavix and anticoagulants such as aspirin.</i></b></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7795085978269908611.post-71639775110753767052018-08-24T16:14:00.002-05:002018-08-24T16:14:17.237-05:00Maxy sez : Small Strokes Can Cause Big Damage<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Under-detected "mini-strokes" cause brain damage, result in cognitive impairment, and dementia, says a new study.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>By Jessica Firger</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i> Chances are if you're a senior managing your health, you've already had a conversation with your doctor about stroke risk. While many patients know the warning signs of stroke — slurred speech, weakness on one side of the body, coordination problems, double vision, and headaches — health care providers often fail to educate patients about their risk for silent or "mini-strokes," which can cause progressive, permanent damage and lead to dementia.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i><br /></i></b></span>
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>A new study published in the Journal of Neuroscience, examined the effects of these so-called mini-strokes. They frequently are not diagnosed or detected by a doctor because a patient does not immediately present with stroke signs. Mini-strokes may lead to permanent neurological damage and increase risk for full blown stroke.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i><br /></i></b></span>
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Maiken Nedergaard, MD, lead author of the study and professor of neurosurgery at the University of Rochester Medical Center, says at least half of individuals over the age of 60 will experience one mini-stroke in their lifetime. She calls the prevalence of mini-strokes "an epidemic."</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i><br /></i></b></span>
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>"Often you don't have symptoms. That's the scary thing about them, you don't know they're occurring," says Dr. Nedergaard. "If you are elderly and something doesn't work quite right, you think, I should take a nap. You don't go to the hospital unless you have big stroke."</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i><br /></i></b></span>
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Mini-strokes often are detected well after the damage has been done, she says, and quite possibly by the time a patient has had several of them. A typical scenario, says Nedergaard, may be a patient who visits her doctor for chronic migraines. The doctor may order an MRI to rule out brain tumors, only to discover the patient has had several mini-strokes, which appear on a scan as "little dots where the tissue has grown," she says.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i><br /></i></b></span>
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>"When you have a stroke, there's an area of the brain that dies rapidly almost at the epicenter of the injury, but there are neurons around it that die slowly," says Larry Goldstein, MD, professor of medicine, director of the Stroke Center at Duke University and a spokesperson for the American Heart Association.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i><br /></i></b></span>
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>The study authors say mini-strokes are similar in nature to ischemic strokes, which are full blown episodes provoked by a loss of blood supply, depriving an area of the brain from oxygen. Ischemic stroke effects, including blurry vision, numbness, and slurred speech, are usually present immediately after the event. "A big stroke is caused by a clot in the artery. We assume that's the same that happens in the mini-stroke, but it's not clear," says Nedergaard. "What we do know is they cause this very delayed loss of cells in the brain."</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i><br /></i></b></span>
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Nedergaard and her colleagues used rodents to examine the impact of small strokes. Strokes were provoked by injecting mice with cholesterol crystals, she says. The researchers put the mice who had mini-stroke through a series of tasks, such as recalling objects and responding to audio cues. They found the mice who suffered strokes were more likely to fail these tasks.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i><br /></i></b></span>
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>"Silent strokes are really common but their effects are not silent," says Philip B. Gorelick, MD, MPH, medical director of the Hauenstein Neuroscience Center of Saint Mary's Health Care in Grand Rapids, Mich. He says one in three patients who have a mini-stroke will sustain permanent damage.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i><br /></i></b></span>
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>According to the Centers for Disease Control, stroke is the third leading cause of death in the United States. They typically occur in people over the age of 65, and cause more than 140,000 deaths each year. Around 795,000 people suffer a stroke annually. About 600,000 of these are first attacks and 185,000 are recurrent attacks. Strokes are common among people with atrial fibrillation, high blood pressure, and smokers.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i><br /></i></b></span>
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Nedergaard says currently there's no treatment available to reverse brain damage caused by a stroke or to lower a patient's chances for having recurring episodes or developing dementia. This is why preventative medicine is crucial.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>To lower one's risk for having a stroke, doctors advocate for preventive medicine and a healthy lifestyle, which includes a low sodium and low cholesterol diet, a regular exercise program, only moderate amounts of alcohol, and not smoking cigarettes. Some doctors may recommend cholesterol-busting medications such as Plavix and anticoagulants such as aspirin.</i></b></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7795085978269908611.post-58902376061517668302018-07-22T00:54:00.001-05:002018-07-22T00:56:02.621-05:00The fun never ends with Douchenozzle Trump<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7795085978269908611.post-73107992686694560312018-07-15T17:33:00.000-05:002018-07-15T17:33:02.273-05:00Princess Charlotte Just Clapped Back At Photographers, And It Was Awesome<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Princess Charlotte is only three years old, and she already knows how to handle herself around pesky photographers. Before attending a christening for her younger brother, Prince Louis, on Monday, the young member of British royalty had some stern words for the photographers and videographers surrounding the Chapel Royal in St. James's Place. Holding her father Prince Williams' hand, the little princess wasn't afraid to let the photographers know they weren't invited inside, and while she's not even close to being in the double digits yet, she's totally ready to handle herself as a princess.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>As it was reported by CBS News yesterday, before attending her youngest brother's christening, Princess Charlotte had the following words to say.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>You're not coming.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>It was an adorably blunt response that instantly won her over with fans of the royal family everywhere. We're used to princes and princesses being polite and considerate with the media, so this sweet little moment of sass from Princess Charlotte was a very cute instance of breaking the mold a bit. If her cutely cutting words weren't enough, Princess Charlotte added to the moment by continuing to stare down the photographers until she entered the religious building with the rest of her famous family, which also includes her duchess mother, Kate Middleton and her older brother, Prince George.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>This video wasn't the only one of Princess Charlotte from her brother's christening. There is also another video of Charlotte and the rest of the royal family greeting a priest at the Chapel Royal. Additionally, it should be noted that the newlyweds Meghan Markle and Prince Harry were also in attendance for Prince Louis's big day, although Queen Elizabeth II and her husband, Prince Philip, were not able to make it to the christening event. In a statement released by the Buckingham Palace, Elizabeth and Philip claimed their absence was due to a scheduling mishap, and that it didn't relate to their health. So we can seemingly put any such concerns to rest.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>It should also be noted that this is not the first time Princess Charlotte has thrown some sass around. She was recently recorded having a temper tantrum while boarding a helicopter. Naturally, such emotions are to be expected from a toddler, although it's unusual to see such sassinZess from a member of royalty. At the time of the tantrum, Princess Charlotte was a mere two years old, so such behavior is pretty common for someone her age.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>It has been an eventful year for the Royal Family. Prince Louis was welcomed into the world back on April 23rd, shortly before Prince Harry and Meghan Markle were married on the world stage a little less than a month later. And it's not going to be slowing down for the most famous family in Britain anytime soon, as there is word of another Royal Wedding in the midst. Yep, as it was reported last month, Princess Eugenie is now engaged to her previously long-distance boyfriend, Jack Brooksbank. Their wedding is expected to take place later this year in the fall, presumably in September.</i></b></span><br />
<b style="color: #cc0000; font-size: x-large;"><i>Hahahaha!!! Awesome , love it , no one will ever walk over this young lady as Dad would say , she has spunk .</i></b>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7795085978269908611.post-3757721631941874962018-07-15T12:00:00.000-05:002018-07-15T12:20:28.781-05:00Maxy sez :How Hot and Cold Weather Affects Your Blood Sugar<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b style="font-size: x-large;"><i>Whether you're sweating or shivering, always take precautions to avoid temperature-related blood sugar spikes.</i></b><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>By Beth W. Orenstein</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Medically Reviewed by Pat F. Bass III, MD, MPH</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>When temperatures start to get out of control, so can your blood sugar. Both hot and cold weather extremes can affect your testing equipment and your medications, and have a negative impact on your body’s ability to produce and use insulin.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Research shows that when it’s hot out, more people with diabetes end up in the ER and are hospitalized because of heat illness. The number of deaths in diabetes patients due to heat illness also increases in summer. Low temperatures can be an issue for people with diabetes as well.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>But you don’t have to let the environment have the upper hand. Taking a few smart precautions can help you outsmart Mother Nature. Here are the adjustments to make depending on where you live and the weather forecast.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>6 Tips to Survive the Summer Heat</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Take these steps to keep your diabetes under control when the temperature soars:</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Stay hydrated. Lori Roust, MD, an endocrinologist at the Mayo Clinic in Arizona, explains, “The problem is that in the heat, people tend to get dehydrated easily. When you’re dehydrated, you have higher concentrations of blood sugar because less blood flows through your kidneys. With less blood, your kidneys don’t work as efficiently to clear out any excess glucose (blood sugar) from your urine.” When it’s hot, be sure to drink plenty of water or sugar-free drinks. Don’t wait until you are thirsty to replenish fluids.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Store your medications properly. High summer temps can affect your diabetes medications, glucose meter, and diabetes test strips. “When it’s hot out, it’s easy for insulin and other drugs to become degraded,” Dr. Roust says. Be sure to store your medications properly — out of the extreme heat. Never leave them in your car on a sweltering summer day, for instance. “It could get up to 150 degrees inside your car,” warns Roust.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>If you’re traveling, don’t forget to take your type 2 diabetes medicines with you. You may need to carry them in a cooler with an ice pack. Just be sure they’re not sitting directly on ice or the ice pack.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Stay out of the heat of the day. Exercise is an important part of diabetes management and blood sugar control. But you don’t want to be outside exercising during the hottest part of the day. “Get in your exercise first thing in the morning or once the sun goes down,” advises Angela Ginn, RD, a diabetes educator at the University of Maryland Center for Diabetes and Endocrinology and a spokeswoman for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Another option is to work out in an air-conditioned gym.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Know signs of low blood sugar. Some of the symptoms of heat exhaustion are similar to those of low blood sugar, or hypoglycemia. These include sweating, light-headedness, shakiness, and confusion. “You may think it’s the heat and not recognize that your blood sugar levels have fallen to dangerous lows,” Roust warns. Be aware of the warning signs of low blood sugar and keep some carbohydrates with you to eat if you need to raise your blood sugar. Have a plan for a medical emergency.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Test more often. You may need to test your blood sugar levels more frequently so that you can adjust your insulin and your diet as necessary. Talk with your diabetes educator about guidelines if you're unsure of the best schedule, Ginn says.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Mind your feet. People with diabetes are susceptible to problems with their feet. In the summer you face the temptation to go barefoot or wear open sandals that expose your toes … to trouble. Always wear shoes that fit well — even in warmer months — and at the end of the day, check your feet for any cuts, scrapes, blisters, or bruises. Don’t ignore injuries to your feet. Get medical treatment right away.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>6 Ways to Winter-Proof Your Diabetes Care Plan</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Freezing temps and inclement weather can make it more challenging to stay on top of diabetes. Here’s what to watch for during the colder months:</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Keep your supplies out of the cold. Just like extreme heat, extreme cold can affect your insulin and cause your glucose monitor to stop working. Don’t leave supplies in a car when temperatures outside are below freezing.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Do your best to avoid getting sick. Winter is cold and flu season. When you’re sick, you’re stressed, and being under stress can raise your blood sugar. Also, when you don’t feel good, you’re likely to not eat properly. Wash your hands with soap and water often so that you don’t spread germs. Ginn recommends "diabetes patients have a sick-day kit at home and fill it with soup, sugar-free cough drops, tea — things that will make you feel better and that you can access easily.” Also, be sure to get vaccinated against the flu.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Avoid packing on the pounds. Managing type 2 diabetes during the holidays can be tricky. Many seasonal treats are loaded with carbohydrates that cause your blood sugar to rise. Plan your meals and pace your special treats so that you don’t greet spring a few pounds heavier. Even a small weight gain makes it more difficult to control your diabetes and blood sugar levels.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Keep an eye on your feet. Diabetes can cause a loss of feeling in your toes and feet. Protect them with the right winter footwear, especially in snow. Apply moisturizer to your feet to keep your skin healthy. Inspect them regularly, and if you notice an injury that doesn’t heal, seek medical attention. Don’t wait.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Warm your hands. “If your hands are cold, you may have to warm them up to get a good blood sugar reading,” Roust says. Wash them in warm water before testing.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Your meter will work best when it’s kept in a room where the temperature is between 50 and 104 degrees Fahrenheit.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Don’t skip your workouts. It can be hard to get motivated to exercise in winter. But exercise is an important part of keeping blood sugar in check. It helps if you dress in layers when you’re exercising outdoors in the cold. Or join a gym where you can work out indoors. Another option: Work in exercise at home by taking the stairs, lifting weights, and exercising to videos.</i></b></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7795085978269908611.post-63002379207768879202018-07-11T19:00:00.000-05:002018-07-11T19:23:44.079-05:00Maxy sez :7 Signs Your Blood Sugar Is Out of Control<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>A Sometimes Silent Danger</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>When you have type 2 diabetes, your main goal should be controlling your blood glucose (sugar). If you don’t do this and glucose levels swing up and down, you run the risk of developing serious health problems such as stroke, heart disease, and nerve damage (neuropathy).</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>The tricky part is that with type 2 diabetes you might not feel it when blood sugar levels are too high; hyperglycemia feels different for everyone. “Not everyone will have the same symptoms, and some individuals have no symptoms at all,” says Lori Zanini, RD, CDE, a diabetes educator and former spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Because blood sugar management is so important to your overall health with type 2 diabetes, you need to take action if you think your levels may be out of control.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>“Symptoms of uncontrolled diabetes may not appear until prolonged hyperglycemia has been present, explains Mary Ann Emanuele, MD, an endocrinologist, professor, and medical director of inpatient diabetes at Loyola University Medical Center in Maywood, Illinois. “It’s important for individuals with diabetes to monitor their glucose and adjust their medication based on the results.”</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Keep an eye out for these seven key warning signs and symptoms that blood sugar is too high — and talk to your doctor about whether you need to adjust your management plan.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Being Extra Thirsty and Having to Urinate More than Usual</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>This is a common but not so obvious sign of blood sugar that is too high: feeling really thirsty and needing to drink more than usual. “Excessive urination, known as polyuria, occurs when glucose builds up in your blood, and your kidneys begin working harder to get rid of the extra glucose,” Zanini says. If your kidneys can’t keep up and adjust blood sugar so that it returns to a normal level, the excess sugar is flushed out of your body through urine, she adds. You may become dehydrated and get dizzy.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>You’re Hungrier than Usual, but Losing Weight</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Many people with uncontrolled high blood sugar find that they’re particularly hungry — a symptom known as polyphagia, according to the Nemours Foundation, a nation-wide nonprofit organization dedicated to children’s healthcare. And even though you’re eating more, you may be losing weight for no apparent reason, if your blood sugar levels are too high.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>“Since your body is not getting energy from the preferred source, glucose, it has to turn to muscle and fat,” Zanini explains. “When your body starts breaking down muscle and fat for energy, you experience unintentional and unhealthy weight loss.” In addition to these changes in weight and appetite, you may notice weakness in your muscles and experience more frequent falls, Emanuele adds.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Tiredness and Fatigue</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Fatigue and extreme tiredness are symptoms of uncontrolled blood sugar that you might not think are being caused by type 2 diabetes, the American Diabetes Association (ADA) says. “Simply put, when your body is not processing insulin properly or it doesn’t have sufficient amounts of insulin, the sugar is staying in our blood rather than getting into our cells to be used for energy,” Zanini says.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Blurry Vision</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>You may notice that your vision isn’t as clear as it used to be and that things may appear a bit blurry. High blood sugar levels can lead to swollen lenses in your eye from fluid leaking in, according to the Joslin Diabetes Center in Boston. This changes the shape of the lens, which makes it unable to properly focus, causing blurred vision. You may also find yourself having difficulty driving, struggling at work, and suffering from frequent headaches, Emanuele notes.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Sores That Heal Slowly</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Cuts, scrapes, bruises, and other wounds heal more slowly because of uncontrolled blood sugar, according to the University of Maryland Medical Center. Diabetes causes nerve damage and affects circulation, especially in the lower legs and feet, which can slow down healing because there isn’t enough blood flow to the area, according to the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. Even minor wounds are more prone to infections, which can become very serious and even result in amputations of the foot. You may notice drainage seeping onto your socks or an unpleasant smell if you develop a foot ulcer, notes the American Podiatric Medical Association.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Unusual Changes in Your Skin</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Small pieces of extra skin, called skin tags, may form in the creases of skin, especially if you have diabetes and you’re trying to find ways to manage your weight, notes the American Diabetes Association (ADA). Dark, thick areas of soft skin (called acanthosis nigricans) may form on the back of the neck or hands, armpits, face, or other areas. These can be a sign of insulin resistance, Zanini says. Blisters, infections, and other discolorations and abnormalities of the skin can all be warning signs of high blood sugar. Check with your doctor if these skin changes develop.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Tingling and Numbness in Your Hands or Feet</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Uncontrolled blood sugar can cause nerve damage called diabetic neuropathy. What you may notice is a tingling sensation or even numbness in your hands and feet, according to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. Some people experience pain in their hands and feet as well. Though neuropathy is most common in people who have had diabetes for a long time, it can occur in anyone with poorly controlled diabetes.</i></b></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7795085978269908611.post-57825023809176321572018-07-09T21:47:00.004-05:002018-07-09T21:52:24.324-05:00Maxy Sez :How to Keep Your Heart Fit<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b style="font-size: x-large;"><i>For optimum heart health, the American Heart Association recommends 30 minutes of moderate to vigorous aerobic exercise on most days of the week. If you can't get in 30 minutes all at once, you can divide your exercise routine into 10- or 15-minute segments. "Aerobic exercise improves heart and lung fitness and can impact many of the risk factors for heart disease," says Deb Sampson, RN, BC, clinical coordinator for cardiac rehabilitation at the Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha.</i></b><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Walk It Out for Heart Health</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Number one on the top 10 for aerobic exercise is walking. Walking is enjoyable, safe, inexpensive, and easy to fit into almost anyone's busy day. You can get in walking time by walking to work, walking to the grocery store, and walking around your neighborhood. Aerobic exercises are those that use large muscles in a continuous, rhythmical manner over time, and walking is a great example of that, says Sampson.</i></b></span><br />
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<b style="font-size: x-large;"><i>Exercise at Home by Climbing Stairs </i></b><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>To get the maximum heart health benefit from any aerobic exercise, aim to reach between 50 and 85 percent of your maximum heart rate. Climbing stairs is an easy way to get into that target range, whether you do it at home or at the gym on a stair machine. To find your maximum heart rate, subtract your age from 220. If you don’t want to stop to count heartbeats, you can assume that you’re in your target rate if you can carry on a conversation while exercising without being too out of breath.</i></b></span><br />
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<b style="font-size: x-large;"><i>Go for a Bike Ride</i></b><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>The pumping motion of the large muscles in your legs is a great aerobic exercise for your heart. Either a road bike or a stationary bike will work for this exercise routine. Pedaling at home on a stationary bike can get you on the road to heart health when it’s too cold or too wet to cycle outside. The position of the seat and pedals are important to prevent injury when biking, so make sure your bike is properly adjusted for your body.</i></b></span><br />
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<b style="font-size: x-large;"><i>Take a Swim</i></b><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Swimming is one of the best aerobic exercises around and the third-most popular sports activity in the United States, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Two and a half hours of swimming per week will give you all the aerobic heart health benefits you need. Another advantage of this exercise routine is that swimming puts less stress on your bones and joints. That can be especially beneficial if you’re starting out a little overweight or have a joint condition such as arthritis.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Go for a Spin on the Elliptical Machine</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Elliptical training machines are one of the fastest-growing aerobic exercise options. These machines are found in most fitness centers and are increasingly being purchased for exercise at home. The advantage of an elliptical machine for heart health is that it gives you both an upper- and lower-body workout at once. The elliptical leg motion mimics running with the lower impact of cycling. At the same time, the rhythmic arm movements get blood flowing to your back and shoulder muscles.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Dance to Your Heart's Content</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Dancing your way to heart health makes for a rhythmic and aerobic exercise routine. All you need is good footwear, some space, and music that motivates you. A good aerobic beat is about 120 to 135 beats per minute. Dancing can range from high impact to low impact depending on your ability and preference, and you can dance with others in a class such as Zumba or exercise at home by yourself.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Chill Out With Tai Chi </i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>According to a recent survey from the National Institutes of Health, 2.3 million adults in America used tai chi as a low-impact aerobic exercise routine in the prior year. Tai chi is an ancient Chinese form of exercise based on the martial arts. It uses slow rhythmic body movements combined with deep breathing and concentration, which is why it’s also called a "moving meditation." This exercise routine is great for both mind and body, including heart health.</i></b></span><br />
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<b style="font-size: x-large;"><i>Stay Fit at Home With Wii Fit</i></b><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Playing interactive video games is a great option for exercise at home. Studies show that Wii Fit boxing, tennis, and bowling could increase your heart rate enough to qualify as aerobic exercise. "The American College of Sports Medicine states that Wii Fit does provide an effective form of exercise," says Sampson. Remember that to meet physical activity guidelines, you will need to play for about 30 minutes five days a week.</i></b></span><br />
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<b style="font-size: x-large;"><i>Make a Splash With Water Aerobics</i></b><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Like swimming, water aerobics offers the heart-health benefits of a good aerobic exercise workout without causing as much stress on the joints as other exercise routines might. If you have conditions such as arthritis, knee pain, or are overweight, water aerobics may be the perfect exercise for you. Water exercises have been shown to improve the use of joints in people with arthritis without worsening symptoms, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.</i></b></span><br />
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<b style="font-size: x-large;"><i>Other Great Benefits of Aerobic Exercise</i></b><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>It’s hard to find any other lifestyle habit that offers as many benefits as aerobic exercise. “Regular aerobic exercise helps control blood pressure, reduces stress and depression, improves cholesterol levels, helps weight loss and maintenance, decreases diabetic blood sugars, increases muscle and bone strength, and helps prevent blood clots,” says Sampson. Pick an aerobic exercise you can enjoy and stick with, and you’ll reap the benefits in more ways than you can imagine</i></b></span><b style="font-size: x-large;"><i>. </i></b>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7795085978269908611.post-9243587002812715742018-07-05T18:28:00.002-05:002018-07-09T22:20:20.309-05:00Maxy sez :Signs of High and Low Blood Sugar<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Keeping blood sugar within healthy ranges is important with diabetes. Here's how to watch for and manage both high and low blood sugar levels.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>By Karen Appold Medically Reviewed by Bhargavi Patham, MD, PhD</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>One of the challenges of managing diabetes is maintaining consistent blood sugar (glucose) levels. Even with diligence, some situations can cause high blood sugar, or hyperglycemia, while others can bring on low blood sugar, or hypoglycemia. So it’s important to know the signs of both high and low levels, and what actions to take to bring them back within a desired range.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Monitoring your blood sugar levels with a glucose meter will do a lot to help you keep those levels steady and avoid the complications that can come with diabetes. According to the Mayo Clinic, how often you check your blood sugar level depends on many factors, including your age, the type and severity of your diabetes, the length of time that you've had the condition, and the presence of any diabetes-related complications.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>About High Blood Sugar (Hyperglycemia)</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Common signs of high blood sugar include frequent urination, fatigue, dry or itchy skin, feeling thirsty, more frequent infections, and eating more food but not gaining as much weight as usual, says Athena Philis-Tsimikas, MD of the Scripps Whittier Diabetes Institute in San Diego, California.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>A blood sugar reading above 180 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL) is considered above normal and can bring on these symptoms, although it’s possible to have high blood sugar without any symptoms, Dr. Philis-Tsimikas says. A reading above 300 mg/dL is considered severe. If your blood sugar is above 250 mg/dL for two days, Philis-Tsimikas advises informing your doctor and asking for specific treatment recommendations. Blood sugar levels above 300 mg/dL can cause nausea, drowsiness, blurred vision, confusion, and dizziness, especially when standing up from a sitting or lying position.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Ways to treat high blood sugar include:</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Taking your prescribed medications as directed</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Eating fewer carbohydrates with your meals</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Exercising regularly with your doctor’s guidance</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>About Low Blood Sugar (Hypoglycemia)</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>When your blood sugar drops rapidly, or when the reading is 70 mg/dL or below if you take medications for diabetes, you may experience symptoms of low blood sugar such as shaking, sweating, rapid heartbeat, headache, hunger, weakness, fatigue, impaired vision, anxiety, irritability, and dizziness.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Blood sugar values that drop below 70 mg/dL are considered severe and can lead to more significant and dangerous issues such as difficulty concentrating, confusion, loss of consciousness, seizures, and even death. If you experience more than two blood sugar readings below 70 mg/dL in a week, notify your doctor and go over your treatment plan.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>To treat blood sugar below 70 mg/dL, Philis-Tsimikas recommends one of these options (only one at a time):</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Drink 1/2 to 1 cup of juice, skim milk, or regular soda OR</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Chew five to six hard candies OR</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Take four glucose tablets OR</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Swallow one tube of glucose gel</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Then, check your blood sugar in 15 minutes. If it’s still below 70 mg/dL, consume more sugar. If your symptoms don’t stop, call your doctor or seek medical attention. If your blood sugar returns to normal, be sure to eat at your next scheduled meal or snack .</i></b></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7795085978269908611.post-35950595683205514662018-07-02T16:42:00.005-05:002018-07-02T16:42:43.741-05:00Mexy sez : 10 Symptoms of Diabetes ---Back by Popular Demand<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b style="font-size: x-large;"><i>Many illnesses sometimes present with symptoms that are so subtle those experiencing them don't immediately suspect a problem, and diabetes is no exception. In fact, complications can outpace the appearance of symptoms, which is why it's important to detect and treat it quickly.</i></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i> A Burgeoning Medical Reality :</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Diabetes is a metabolic disorder affecting nearly 10 percent of Americans. Costs related to the condition reached $245 billion in 2012 compared to $174 billion spent in 2007. Matt Petersen, the American Diabetes Association's managing director of medical information and professional engagement, attributes this rise partially to an aging population and obesity currently at epidemic levels. "I know of no other disease that's increasing at (about) 8 percent per year."</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Complications from diabetes may be serious and range from kidney failure to leg and foot amputation from infections in those areas. Keeping your blood glucose (blood sugar levels stable and under control, along with healthy eating habits, is key to preventing these and other problems such as heart disease, blindness, and arm and leg neuropathies from nerve damage caused by cells receiving insufficient amounts of oxygen. </i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Diabetes occurs in two different primary forms. Normally, the pancreas, a gland found behind the stomach, secretes insulin, a hormone that moves glucose into the cells. In Type I diabetes, an autoimmune condition, develops when the body attacks the only cells in the body that produce insulin, pancreatic beta cells. The primary risk factor for Type 1 is a parent or sibling with the disease. In Type II diabetes, insulin is present, but the body does not respond to or process it efficiently.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>An analogy to illustrate the two types of diabetes: Imagine a gas pump with no gasoline supply or a pump that has gasoline but a malfunctioning delivery system. Neither can effectively fuel your car.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Here are 10 significant diabetes symptoms to be aware of: If you experience any of these, see your doctor:</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Frequent Urination :</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Excess sugar buildup in your bloodstream forces your kidneys to work harder to filter and absorb the overload. When it begins accumulating faster than the kidneys can filter it, that sugar, along with fluid from tissues gets excreted into urine, triggering more frequent trips to the restroom.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Another Gallon of Water, Please :</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Excessive thirst is a secondary accompanying reaction to dehydration brought on by excessive urination. This can turn into a troublesome, self-perpetuating pathology cycle. As dehydration from tissue fluid loss increases thirst and volume of liquid consumed, the more fluid lost through increased urine output.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Can 't See Straight? See An M.D.:</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Blurry vision can occur when excess sugar pulls fluid from the lenses of your eyes. This process can adversely affect the ability to focus and trigger retina-damaging new blood vessels. Floaters also can appear. Although experiencing vision changes at an early stage of diabetes is unusual, vision loss and blindness are possible but usually avoidable outcomes unless the condition goes undetected.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Gum Pain, Soreness and Swelling :</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Diabetes may impair or weaken the ability to fight off infection, and this can manifest in gums and the bones that secure the teeth. Loosened teeth, receding gums and pus can form in pockets created by periodontal recession.</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Feeling Fatigued?</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Dehydration from increased urination can cause sufferers to feel tired. When the body is less able to use sugar for energy, fatigue is often the result.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Losing weight without trying? Always hungry? :</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Urinating frequently carries sugar out of the body, and malfunctions related to diabetes may block the cells' ability to access the sugar in what is eaten, causing constant hunger. Rapid weight loss can result from this combination, particularly if Type 2 diabetes is the diagnosis.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Slow sore and wound healing may indicate the body's ability to fight off infection is weakened.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Patches of Darkened Skin :</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Occurring in the body's creases and folds such as the armpits and neck, the condition acanthos nigricans manifests as patches of velvety, darkened skin and can be a sign of insulin resistance.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Hyperglycemia or High Blood Sugar:</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Early symptoms can present as a bundle of the diabetes signs mentioned earlier, including increased thirst, frequent urination, fatigue, blurred vision and headache. When farther along, some hypoglycemia signs include shortness of breath, nausea and vomiting, dry mouth, fruity-smelling breath, abdominal pain, weakness, confusion and coma.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Other Indicators</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Tingling/numbness in hands or feet :</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i> Frequent yeast infections ;</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Irritability or mood changes :</i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Facing a disease that needs constant management and vigilance is an arduous feat for the staunchest of souls. But exciting discoveries that more effectively treat this tough condition are well underway. Currently, UK researchers are studying advances in the use of an artificial pancreas in treating Type 1 diabetes.</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>There's no question diabetes requires significant lifestyle adjustments and increased attention to health, but understanding how effectively it can be controlled can go a long and encouraging way. Two examples in particular stand out. Actor Tom Hanks was recently diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes. He told Yahoo Movies, “I have high blood sugars, and Type 2 diabetes is not going to kill me. But I just have to eat right, and exercise, and lose weight, and watch what I eat, and I will be fine for the rest of my life.”</i></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Television personality Sherri Shepherd also calls attention to the beneficial effects of nutrition and getting fit in treating diabetes. “I am a type-2 diabetic, and they took me off medication simply because I ate right and exercised. Diabetes is not like a cancer, where you go in for chemo and radiation. You can change a lot through a basic changing of habits,” Shepherd said in an interview with Essence.</i></b></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0