Monthly Archives: January 2008
Temporary Vision Impairments with Diabetic Patients
Before a patient founds out that he or she has diabetes, and before any treatments have started, some diabetics may suffer from temporary vision impairments. Due to levels of blood sugar higher than normal, the eye’s lens may be affected, … Continue reading
Brief Detail on Peripheral Vascular Disease
Peripheral vascular disease is more common and occurs at a younger age in people with diabetes than in the general population. Among nondiabetic patients, far more men than women develop peripheral vascular disease. However, among those with diabetes, almost as … Continue reading
Hamful Effects of Alcohol
Try to convince your patient with diabetes to limit her alcohol consumption. Alcohol is high in calories, tends to be ketogenic, and increases the risk of hypoglycemia. Women should have no more than one drink (1 ounce of alcohol) per … Continue reading