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...doctors and editors at UpToDate What is gestational diabetes? This is a form of diabetes that affects some people during pregnancy. Like "regular" diabetes, it affects how the body uses sugar. All the cells...
...UpToDate Why is foot care important if I have diabetes? Diabetes can cause nerve damage if your blood sugar is high for a long time. This is called "diabetic neuropathy." If you have problems with the nerves...
This video goes over information about how tobacco use affects diabetes and how to get ready to quit.
...important? Compared with people who do not have diabetes: ● People with diabetes are 2 to 3 times more likely to have a heart attack or a stroke. ● People with diabetes can have heart attacks at a younger age...
...doctor explaining that you have diabetes – This will let you bring your diabetes supplies with you on an airplane. ● All your regular diabetes supplies – Keep your diabetes and medical supplies in your carry-on...
...if I have diabetes? Managing your diet is an important part of diabetes treatment. Many people need to change what they eat and how much they eat to help treat their diabetes. Treating diabetes is important...
...infected. ● Blood vessel problems – Over time, diabetes can damage blood vessels. Then, blood can't flow as well to help heal an infection. If you have diabetes, tell your doctor or nurse right away if you...
...there are things you can do to help lower this risk. Is there a test for heart disease? If you have diabetes, your doctor will do regular blood tests to check your: ● Blood sugar ● Blood pressure ● Cholesterol...
...the doctors and editors at UpToDate Can diabetes cause kidney disease? Yes. People with diabetes have an increased risk of kidney disease. This is called "diabetic kidney disease." The kidneys filter blood...
...UpToDate How can diabetes cause nerve damage? If blood sugar is too high over time, it can cause problems, including nerve damage. This is called "diabetic neuropathy." If you have diabetes, it is important...
...by the doctors and editors at UpToDate Why is exercise important if I have diabetes? Exercise is an important part of diabetes treatment. Getting regular physical activity can help: ● Keep your blood sugar...
This video goes over type 2 diabetes, including: possible complications when diabetes isn't controlled; how to watch your blood sugar, blood pressure, and cholesterol; and medicines and lifestyle changes that can help you manage it.
This video goes over information about yearly eye exams for people with diabetes, including: how diabetes affects the eye, why eye exams are important, and how to prepare for the exam.
This video goes over information about caring for your feet with diabetes, including why it's important and the best way to prevent problems.
...Most often, insulin pumps are used by people with type 1 diabetes. Some people decide to use a pump as soon as they are diagnosed with diabetes. Others choose to switch to a pump after giving themselves...
...and editors at UpToDate What is insulin? This is a medicine many people with diabetes use as part of their treatment. Diabetes is a disorder that disrupts the way the body uses sugar. This causes sugar to...
...too high, and your body does not have enough insulin, it can lead to a serious condition called "diabetic ketoacidosis." This is an emergency and needs treatment right away. If your blood sugar gets too...
This video goes over the possible complications of gestational diabetes for both the pregnant person and the baby.
This video goes over how to count carbohydrates (or carbs) in your diet. For those with type 1 or 2 diabetes, this can help control your blood sugar.
This video describes how gestational diabetes can be managed through blood sugar monitoring, healthy eating, physical activity, and sometimes medicine.
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