by Mani Bashyam MD | Dec 30, 2020 | Diagnosis
Diabetes Screening and Diagnosis Who Should Be Screened? Everyone aged 45 and older should be screened for diabetes or glucose abnormalities every three years. However, individuals at higher risk should begin screening earlier and more frequently—ideally once a year....
by Mani Bashyam MD | Dec 30, 2020 | Management
you never know When Disaster Occurs Emergency Preparedness for People with Diabetes When natural disasters or emergencies strike—such as hurricanes, floods, wildfires, or power outages—being prepared can protect your health and even save your life. Everyone with...
by Mani Bashyam MD | Dec 29, 2020 | Complications, Management
Important to reduce all risk factors Diabetic neuropathy Diabetic neuropathy, a common complication of diabetes, encompasses various types of nerve damage resulting from prolonged high blood sugar levels. It can affect different parts of the nervous system, leading to...
by Mani Bashyam MD | Dec 23, 2020 | Benefits, Insulin, Management, Technology
Important Features Insulin Pump An insulin pump is a small, wearable device that helps people with diabetes manage their blood sugar levels by delivering insulin continuously throughout the day and night. This means you don’t have to give yourself multiple daily...
by Mani Bashyam MD | Dec 22, 2020 | Diabetic Medications, Insulin, Management
What to do if you are under the weather Sick Day Management When you’re sick with a cold, flu, or infection, your blood sugar levels can rise, potentially leading to serious health issues like diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) or hyperosmolar hyperglycemic state...
