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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...
This video goes over information about how tobacco use affects diabetes and how to get ready to quit.
This video goes over diabetes that happens during pregnancy including basics of a pregnant body, how blood sugar works, possible problems, ways to treat and manage this condition, and ways to prevent type 2 diabetes later.
...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...
...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...
...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.
...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's important...
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 goes over the possible complications of gestational diabetes for both the pregnant person and the baby.
This video describes how gestational diabetes can be managed through blood sugar monitoring, healthy eating, physical activity, and sometimes medicine.
This video explains why people with type 2 diabetes may need medicine to help manage their condition.
...child has diabetes? Yes. Tell your child's school right away if they have diabetes. Who will manage my child's diabetes in school? Most likely, 1 main person will help manage your child's diabetes in school...
...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...
...That is what happens to people with diabetes. There are 2 different types of diabetes: ● In type 1 diabetes, the pancreas makes little or no insulin. ● In type 2 diabetes, the pancreas still makes some insulin...
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