Reviewing Features of the New Dexcom G7 and Libre 3 CGMsContinuous glucose monitors (CGMs) are devices worn on the body to monitor blood sugar levels consistently. CGMs have become increasingly popular over...reactions1comment
Postherpetic Neuralgia Is a Real PainPostherpetic neuralgia (PHN) is one of the most common complications of shingles. Up to 18 percent of people who get shingles will...reactionscomments
What Is Shingles?Shingles, also known as herpes zoster, is a common viral infection that affects about 1 out of every 3 people in the...reactionscomments
Fournier's Gangrene: A Diabetes ComplicationI'm not surprised if you've never heard of Fournier's gangrene (FG). It's a rare complication of diabetes (noted in less than 0.1...reactionscomments
Gender-Affirming Type 2 Diabetes HealthcareEditor's note: The term "transgender" in this article includes transgender women, transgender men, and the diverse community of nonbinary and genderqueer people...reactionscomments
Frozen Shoulder and Type 2 DiabetesFrozen shoulder (also called adhesive capsulitis) causes pain and stiffness at the shoulder joint. Type 2 diabetes may increase your risk of...reactions8comments
Understanding Your Kidney-Related Lab ValuesWhen you are diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, there are many new terms and lab values that you need to become familiar...reactionscomments
Continuous Glucose Monitors: Options, Features, and TipsIn the past 20-plus years since the release of the first continuous glucose monitor (CGM), the use of these devices has grown...reactions2comments
Prevention and Management of Chronic Kidney DiseaseChronic kidney disease (CKD) is a common comorbidity in people with type 2 diabetes (T2D). In fact, approximately half of people with...reactions1comment
Routine Healthcare Tips to Prevent Diabetes ComplicationsManaging a chronic condition such as diabetes is challenging, let alone navigating it through an ongoing pandemic. Even if your blood sugars...reactionscomments
Monogenic DiabetesFor people with diabetes, the body cannot effectively turn food into energy. Insulin, which comes from the pancreas, normally helps let sugar...reactionscomments
Is It Diabetes Distress or Depression?Depression used to be considered a natural response to the workload of managing a chronic disease like diabetes. That makes sense, right?...reactions3comments
5 Insulin Mix-Ups to AvoidUnfortunately, mistakes in taking insulin can happen. The medical world seems to speak its own language, and instructions may be difficult to...reactions2comments
How is Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Treated?Deep Vein Thrombosis treatment is designed to be preventive, a way to manage serious or life-threatening risks. It is intended to prevent...reactionscomments
Will I Need to Pay to Be in a Clinical Trial?Clinical trials can provide an opportunity for patients to receive the latest treatment, provide a new treatment option for those whose previous...reactionscomments
The Clinical Trial Consent Form: Understanding Your Rights & ResponsibilitiesInformed consent is the term that signifies a person has been given information regarding all possible consequences for a treatment, including both...reactionscomments
Clinical Trial ParticipationEvery clinical trial is designed to look at a specific population, so each participant is required to have certain traits (eligibility criteria)...reactionscomments
Clinical Trial TerminologyThere are several terms that are commonly used when discussing clinical trials. Here are some that come up often:Adverse event: an undesirable...reactionscomments
Clinical Trials as a Treatment OptionWhen you’re dealing with a major health issue or condition, it’s helpful to know that in addition to standard treatment, complementary or...reactionscomments
Understanding Clinical TrialsA clinical trial is a research study that is conducted to determine whether a specific medical intervention, such as a treatment, device...reactionscomments
