Diabetic Retinopathy and Other Vision Complications from Type 2 DiabetesType 2 diabetes is a condition that is caused by high blood glucose (sugar). Both type 1 and type 2 diabetes may...3 min read
Essential Items for Your Diabetes Emergency KitIt's always useful to be prepared for any emergency. As someone who loves having helpful kits handy and who has diabetes, I...2 min read
Eye Injection Side Effects: My Experience and What You Need to KnowEditor's Note: This article was written by Sue LaBar Yohey and originally appeared on our partner site MacularDegeneration.net. What are the common...3 min read
What Is Diabetic Macular Edema?Macular edema is a buildup of fluid in the macula. The macula is an important part of the retina, which is the...2 min read
Why I’m Always Checking My Blood Sugar with Type 2 Diabetes"Why do you test your sugar so frequently?" This is the question that I get asked most often by my doctors, friends,...2 min read
How to Manage Diabetes BurnoutIn my head, the same image played repeatedly: I’m stuck on a merry-go-round, endlessly going around and around. But instead of reaching...3 min read
5 Causes of High Blood SugarYou have diabetes, so it is essential to keep your blood sugar levels within a reasonable range. Poor control of blood sugar...2 min read
Vision Complications of Type 2 DiabetesWe surveyed people with type 2 diabetes to better understand vision-related complications and their physical and emotional ramifications. Vision problems can be one of the most frightening complications of diabetes...1 min read
Creating a Low Blood Sugar Action PlanIf you’re at risk for low blood sugar, it’s important to develop short and long term treatment plans. The first step starts with...3 min read
Should I Be Worried About My Diabetes?Should I be worried about my type 2 diabetes (T2D)? This question pops up from time to time, and there's not always...3 min read
Community Views: Bothersome T2D SymptomsFor some people, living with type 2 diabetes (T2D) is a constant struggle. Keeping blood glucose levels within a healthy range can...2 min read
Neuropathy Tips for That “Tingly” FeelingThroughout my journey with diabetes, one of the many frustrations I've experienced is diabetic neuropathy. At some point, we might all experience...3 min read
What I Wish Someone With Type 2 Diabetes Would Ask Me as a CDCESI LOVE when someone comes to see me with a list of questions. I'm a Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES)...2 min read
How To Self-Advocate With Your DoctorsLiving with type 2 diabetes can be a challenge, to say the least. Not only do you have to manage your nutrition...2 min read
