Complications Archives
February 28, 2011
Sad Case of Hypoglycemia
The dangers are all too real: A NORTH-WEST man died within hours of being discharged from the North West Regional Hospital in what a coroner has labelled a "regrettable misjudgment". The diabetic man, known as Mr H, was taken to... ... morePosted at 2:32 AM | Comments (0)
May 10, 2007
Diabetes may lead to mild cognitive impairment
We often focus on the physical problems that stem from diabetes such as neuropathy, heart disease and blindness. Considering the ever increasing incidence of the disease, and in particular Type 2 Diabetes, the consequences of not making obvious lifestyle changes... ... morePosted at 2:49 AM
March 22, 2007
High Blood Sugars: a Surprising Culprit in the Search for Causes of Diabetic Birth Defects
Over the past several years, Joslin Investigator Mary R. Loeken, Ph.D., and her colleagues at Joslin Diabetes Center have unlocked several mysteries behind what puts women with diabetes more at risk of having a child with birth defects. Even though... ... morePosted at 6:19 PM
March 15, 2007
Promising New Anti-cancer Treatment Approved For HER2-Positive Breast Cancer
The FDA has approved Tykerb (lapatinib), a new targeted anti-cancer treatment that is significantly more effective than current medicines in fighting advanced stage of breast cancer, for use in combination with capectabine (Xeloda), another cancer drug, for patients with advanced,... ... morePosted at 7:56 PM
November 13, 2006
Burning or Tingling Feet May Be Warning of Pre-diabetes
Researchers are investigating neuropathy as a warning sign of pre-diabetes. Their research also suggests that lifestyle modifications, including weight loss and regular exercise, may be able to prevent further nerve damage among patients with pre-diabetes and -- very possibly -- reverse the damage.
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October 13, 2006
Sleep Apnea
We have reason to be concerned about sleep apnea because it affects an estimated 12 million Americans, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. The condition can contribute to heart attack, stroke, irregular heartbeat, high blood pressure,... ... morePosted at 1:04 PM
February 27, 2006
Diabetes-related Complications On The Rise
"The role of free fatty acids, tumour necrosis factors and leptin was known to have been contributing to diabetes.
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December 14, 2005
Diabetes may also be a risk indicator for pancreatic cancer
This article caught my attention because by grandfather, who was also a diabetic, died as a result of pancreatic cancer:High insulin levels normally associated with diabetes may also be a risk indicator for pancreatic cancer, new research has suggested. A... ... morePosted at 6:55 PM
August 5, 2005
Pancreatic cancer and diabetes
Pancreatic cancer kills virtually all of the 32,000 people who are diagnosed with the disease in the United States, making it the fourth leading cause of cancer death. This is in part because it shows few symptoms before it becomes... ... morePosted at 2:43 PM
June 13, 2005
Tight Glucose Control Lowers CVD by About 50 Percent in Diabetes
A significantly lower risk of heart disease can now be added to the list of proven long-term benefits of tight glucose control in people with type 1 diabetes. Researchers announced this finding today at the annual scientific meeting of the... ... morePosted at 5:28 AM
May 16, 2005
Most Diabetics Unaware of Serious Complications
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - The majority of people with diabetes have never heard of diabetic neuropathy -- nerve damage that causes pain, numbness, or tingling in the feet and hands -- researchers report. Furthermore, only one in four people... ... morePosted at 12:32 PM
March 4, 2005
American Kidney Fund Warns of Link Between Diabetes, High Blood Pressure and Kidney Failure
ROCKVILLE, Md., March 4 /U.S. Newswire/ -- In observance of National Kidney Month, the American Kidney Fund today urged individuals with diabetes or high blood pressure to be screened for chronic kidney disease. Both diabetes and high blood pressure can... ... morePosted at 1:58 PM