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Understanding Laser Photocoagulation
An ophthalmologist uses laser photocoagulation to seal microaneurysms so that they don’t hemorrhage; control the growth of new blood vessels, which may eventually rupture and hemorrhage; and destroy capillaries responsible for plasma and lipid leakage into the retina.Argon laser photocoagulation, … 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
Diabetic Nephropathy- End Stage Renal Disease
In the United States, diabetes is the most common cause of end-stage renal disease, the final stage of nephropathy. Diabetic nephropathy occurs in Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes. About 35% of patients who’ve had Type 1 diabetes for more … Continue reading
How to Read Food Labels?
Food facts on labels provide important nutritional information for patients with diabetes. The information makes it easier than ever to choose foods to help control blood glucose and lipid levels. Show your patient how to read labels properly-and how to … Continue reading
Treatment of Diabetic Nephropathy
Although diabetic nephropathy has no cure, certain interventions can slow its progress. These interventions include closely controlling blood glucose levels, using antihypertensive therapy, restricting protein intake, treating urinary tract infections (UTls), withholding nephrotoxic drugs and dyes, and using dialysis and … Continue reading
Role of Fats in Diet
The primary role of fat in diet is that of an energy source, either for immediate needs or for storage in adipose tissue for later use. However, excessive fat intake causes elevated levels of blood lipids, which consist of cholesterol, … Continue reading
Pancreas and Islet Cell Transplantation
Pancreas transplantation can improve the quality of life for your patient with Type1 diabetes by eliminating the need for insulin therapy, decreasing daily blood glucose measurements, and eliminating many diet restrictions. Transplantation also eliminates hypoglycemia.Pancreas transplantation is usually reserved for … Continue reading
Dawn Phenomenon, Its Symptoms and Treatment
The dawn phenomenon is characterized by a rise in the blood glucose level between 4 A.M. and 8 A.M. It is thought to result from the release of GH into the bloodstream in the early morning. This release makes body … Continue reading
Treatment of Autonomic Neuropathy
The treatment of autonomic neuropathy depends on the patient’s signs and symptoms and the body organ affected. However, blood glucose control is helpful no matter which organ is affected. Gastroparesis can make it difficult to balance insulin doses with food … Continue reading