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Restless Leg Syndrome (or RLS) affects more than 12 million Americans a year. There is no specific test to diagnose it but a physical and neurological exam along with mention of certain symptoms can help the physician make the diagnosis.
Discussing family history (since genetics plays a component), sleep patterns, creeping sensation patterns as well as current […]
Fall is here with a rainbow of stylish socks and hosiery hitting the market. Novelty socks look fun but might not be the right choice for people with diabetes. Find out the best type of socks to wear with diabetes to protect your feet and help them feel great.
Proper foot care is essential for people with diabetes. From poolside to bedside, you should keep your feet covered to avoid injuries. Discover why you need to take care of your feet everyday and keep them covered.
This week I consulted with a new patient who was recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. The only thing he could focus on during the hour long education session was proper foot care. The reason is – he has a family who had 3 male generations of diabetes and each member of that family had an […]
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The state of your mouth can show a lot about your health. A simple look into your mouth can reveal facts about your diabetes care and treatment. Find out why your mouth is often referred to as the window to your body’s health.
Here are some great tips for managing diabetes and always staying healthy whether on vacation or not.
During initial diabetes office visits and history taking I can go for weeks asking patients if they smoke cigarettes and the answer is an emphatic no! They say they never have and never will. That makes that part of the history intake short because I can exclude all the information about what smoking can do to […]
Formerly a disease that usually struck adults aged 40 and over, more health care providers are diagnosing children with type 2 diabetes. It is now one of the most common chronic diseases in children and teens. Find out more about children with type 2 diabetes including symptoms and healthy habits to ward off this disease.
Stress can take a toll on your health, especially for people with diabetes. Blood sugar levels rise when you are stressed. Exercise is a way to minimize stress and lower blood sugar for improved overall well-being.
As always, I am anxious to share some of this week’s solid information that I have offered to patients attending our diabetes office practice. Their questions and concerns keep me focused on giving simple answers that help them get back on track practicing positive diabetes care.