People with diabetes can, over time, have damage to nerves throughout the body. This nerve damage is called “diabetic neuropathy.” It can cause numbness, tingling, pins and needles, burning, and sometimes pain and weakness in the hands, arms, feet and […]
I had two patients last week who described their symptoms to be that of the “slipping slipper sign”. This is where a person actually walks out of their slippers and is not aware. It is quite dangerous, since persons with […]
Unfortunately not, it can’t be reversed, but there are ways of managing though. The key is monitoring your blood glucose levels, which is multi-factorial. It has to do with monitoring your diet, along with your stress levels, and incorporating exercise. […]
Not looking after your feet if you have diabetes is the cause of foot disease, which can have complications including amputation. It’s why it is especially important that people with diabetes look after their feet. Check your feet every day, […]
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