Adult Acne and Diabetes

Acne is an inflammatory disease of the skin, caused by changes in the pilosebaceous units (skin structures consisting of a hair follicle and its associated sebaceous gland).

The condition is common in puberty as a result of an abnormal response to normal levels of the male hormone testosterone. The response for most people diminishes over time and acne thus tends to disappear, or at least decrease, after one reaches their early twenties. There is, however,... read more

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What is an Endrocrinologist?

What is the endocrine system?
The endocrine system is a complex group of glands. Glands are organs that make hormones. These are substances that help to control activities in your body. Different types of hormones control reproduction, metabolism (food burning and waste elimination), and growth and development. Hormones also control the way you respond to your surroundings, and they help to provide the proper amount of energy and nutrition your body needs to function.... read more

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Diabetes-Weight Control Link - How Important is It?

One diabetic is very sensitive to diabetes-weight control link. It's true that everybody should care about weight control. But, this topic is extremely more important to diabetics.

Actually, there is a 'confusion' regarding weight control. In fact, diabetics face weight loss and gain problems. And they are asking why and how is this possible. This is true for both type 1 and 2 diabetics.

So, if you have type1 diabetes, at the beginning, when... read more

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Baxter Collaborates with MedicAlert

Baxter Collaborates with MedicAlert to Expand Awareness of Glucose Monitor Interference to Enhance Safety in Hospitals

DEERFIELD, Ill., January 15, 2009 — To reduce the risk of error regarding improper insulin dosing that occurs mostly in the hospital setting, Baxter International Inc. is collaborating with MedicAlert Foundation International to encourage patients on peritoneal dialysis using EXTRANEAL (icodextrin) Peritoneal Dialysis Solution to add a warning for potential for glucose... read more

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The ailing economy is making people sicker

At Massachusetts General Hospital, patients whose blood pressure was in check just weeks ago now find it rocketing out of control. They blame the economy.

At Boston Medical Center, obese patients who had been shedding weight are packing on pounds again as they resort to cheaper, high-calorie food and abandon gym memberships. They blame the economy.

At a Framingham doctor's office, patients forgo screening tests such as colonoscopies because they don't want... read more

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Care for the Diabetic Foot Naturally and Holistically

According to recent statistics, diabetes is the fastest growing illness in the US and Americans are at risk for developing this disease more now than ever before. Diabetes prevention by improving one's diet and incorporating exercise into daily routine is very important. For those who already have developed diabetes, however, there are important natural ways to manage the illness. Caring for the diabetic foot, for example, is an extremely important part of the diabetic's daily... read more

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Drug against skin cancer will turn you into barbie / ken...

Barbie drug: lose weight with a tan
Originally founded to prevent skin cancer, the drug Melanotan promises success with its ability to tan and also increases sexual desire, as well as acting as a catalyst to weight loss; the drug is also thought to combat diabetes

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What is Diabetic Neuropathy

According to Friedman Diabetic Institute: "Diabetic Neuropathy is a condition in which high blood sugar levels damage the nerves. Symptoms include tingling or numbness in the extremities, (hands, feet, arms and legs) or decreased sensitivity to pain, heat or cold.

Diabetic Neuropathy can also cause bladder control or sexual problems, problems controlling blood pressure or dizziness."

The American Diabetes Association reports that, "there are 23.6 million in the United States or 8% of the population... read more

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What You Might Not Know About Insulin

If you have been diagnosed as a Diabetic, and have been told that you need to consider taking insulin, well you are not alone. Here recently there has been a lot of folks beginning to take insulin. It is a decision for that person and their doctor to decide. Never start taking anything without first asking your doctor's opinion.

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A different kind of courage

Arlene Goodrich has won a medal for her courage and success in managing diabetes for 50 years.
The 78-year-old Redlands woman received the medal from the Joslin Diabetes Center for being insulin-dependent for 50 years without any serious complications.

Goodrich didn't know what was wrong with her when she was 28. She was out shopping with a friend in Riverside at Christmas time and felt weak.

"I just remember drinking Orange Juliuses... read more

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