MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'diabetes complications'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 02:36:22 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3440998&cid=t_102164_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2010%2F04%2Fbeating-the-odds-with-richard-vaughn-over-half-a-century-of-diabetes.html Richard Vaughn is a bit of a legend in the diabetes online community. Known more widely as Richard157 on several diabetes forums, Richard began sharing his story of living with type 1 diabetes for over 60 years via forum posts in 2007 and has become an inspiration for many. Last week, Richard also became a [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3440998 Tue, 06 Apr 2010 13:00:24 +0100 3440998 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3408581&cid=t_102164_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2010%2F03%2Fgive-your-kidneys-some-love.html March is National Kidney Month (yes, they have a month for that organ! and even a World Kidney Day on March 11).  I realize the month is nearly over this year, but it’s never too late to show your kidneys some love — especially if you have diabetes, which possibly puts them at risk. I must admit, [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3408581 Fri, 26 Mar 2010 13:00:54 +0100 3408581 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3403831&cid=t_102164_87_f&fid=34867&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thediabetesblog.com%2F2010%2F03%2F25%2Fneuropathy-and-diabetes-what-does-it-mean%2F Filed under: ComplicationsDiabetes damages nerves, slowing down the rate at which nerves relay messages to and from different parts of the body. Scientists aren't certain why this happens, but they think the damage might happen when glucose attaches to or affects proteins in nerve cells. Nerve damage can cause changes in sensory perception, pain, or problems with digestive, bladder, bowel or sexual function. More than half of diabetics have some signs of neuropathy. Serious neuropathy can lead to foot ulcers and the loss of lower limbs. Symptoms of nerve damage include numbness, tingling and reduced sensitivity to light touch. A burning, shooting or stabbing pain may also occur. The real danger of this condition is that it lessens your sensitivity to vibration, touch and pain, especially... The Diabetes Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3403831 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3403831 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3306806&cid=t_102164_87_f&fid=34867&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thediabetesblog.com%2F2010%2F02%2F25%2Fstress-linked-to-memory-loss-in-older-type-2-diabetics%2F Filed under: Type 2, Daily NewsStress might be behind the memory loss that older people with type 2 diabetes experience, according to new research from the University of Edinburgh. The researchers studied 900 men and women aged between 60 and 75 with type 2 diabetes, which tends to be more common in those over age 40. Their results showed that brain function slowed down in those with higher cortisol levels, a stress hormone, in their blood. Memory loss is a well-known symptom among older people with diabetes, but until now, it was unclear as to why. Scientists used a wide range of tests to evaluate mental abilities like memory function and the speed at which participants could process information. Although the team took into account factors like education, heart disease, smoking an... The Diabetes Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3306806 Thu, 25 Feb 2010 00:00:00 +0100 3306806 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3220694&cid=t_102164_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2010%2F01%2Fin-memoriam.html Earlier this week, I got word that a woman who called herself “Goddess” online has passed away. She had over 6,000 friends on the DiabeticConnect community site. To be honest, I didn’t know much about her other than the tips and questions she posted very regularly.  Still, it’s the oddest (and saddest) sensation when any [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3220694 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 14:00:57 +0100 3220694 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2908835&cid=t_102164_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2009%2F10%2Fmy-first-vlog-from-the-heart.html I was tempted to call this post, “I’m better in writing.” I really don’t like seeing myself on film. But I know, it’s time to get with the program. That, and the American Heart Association provided the members of its Heart of Diabetes Connected Council group with free Flip video recorders - pretty cool! See Scott Johnson’s [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2908835 Tue, 20 Oct 2009 13:00:17 +0100 2908835 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2778636&cid=t_102164_134_f&fid=34841&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.diabetesmine.com%2F2009%2F09%2Fwayback-wednesday-dry-between-your-toes.html You cannot be too careful with your feet. I was reminded of this wisdom big time last week, when I heard about an acquaintance who’s been diagnosed with melanoma and had to have two toes removed.  She’s very fair, and apparently never put sunscreen on her feet.  Have I ever done that? Not sure. Do [...] (Source: Diabetes Mine) Diabetes Mine blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2778636 Wed, 09 Sep 2009 13:00:59 +0100 2778636 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2630190&cid=t_102164_111_f&fid=36048&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAHeartyLife%2F%7E3%2FDX5AhFxZl4E%2F Some people think that if you have diabetes, you pretty much just have to lay off the sugar and you’re set. Au contraire. There’s so much more to the disease, and so many other complications you can get as a result. One of them even involves the skin. Some diabetics can get diabeteic dermopathy, which shows itself as “oval, light brown, scaly patches found most often on the front of the legs.” This is the result of damage done to the blood vessels, and how the skin responds. There is good news, however, if you have this disease. The patches don’t hurt or itch, and they aren’t dangerous. (More of a visual nuisance than anything.) Image: sxc.hu. Share and Enjoy: Post from: Blisstree Diabetic Skin Disease (Source: A Hearty Life) A Hearty Life blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2630190 Thu, 23 Jul 2009 00:42:22 +0100 2630190 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=985995&cid=t_102164_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F176406187%2F Okay ya’all, we have a somewhat liberal post today. This is not for the overly conservative or closed minded. Now you really want to keep reading, don’t you? Haha. Alicia over at Mental Health Notes sent me a very interesting little article. It has to do with toys, batteries and some low lighting… yes, it is indeed about vibrators. But wait. It is about vibrators and diabetes. Who knew that the two could be linked? It seems that in the southern US state of Alabama there is a ban on the sale of sex toys. That would include any device designed or marketed as used primarily for the stimulation of human genital organs for anything of pleasuring of such. Oh, rules are so horrid sometimes! But… it also seems that diabetes is one of the ways to get around this little ol&#8... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=985995 Sun, 28 Oct 2007 23:46:02 +0100 985995 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=829965&cid=t_102164_87_f&fid=34867&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thediabetesblog.com%2F2007%2F08%2F29%2Fparenting-your-kids-are-ok-but-you-have-diabetes%2F Filed under: Lifestyle, Books, SupportBrowsing diabetes-related books on Amazon recently, I came across this one: When You're a Parent with Diabetes: a real life guide to staying healthy while raising a family by Kathryn Gregorio Palmer. It caught my eye because 1.) it got very favorable reader reviews and 2.) it addresses a topic that is usually neglected - being a good parent when it's you with diabetes. When You're a Parent was published in September 2006 by Healthy Living Books.Interesting, that. I mean, there are tons of resources out there about raising children with diabetes and keeping them healthy. This book addresses the needs of parents with diabetes who want to raise healthy happy children, but also have special health needs of their own to remember.Top 100 Amazon reviewer Mann... The Diabetes Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=829965 Wed, 29 Aug 2007 04:00:00 +0100 829965 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=558434&cid=t_102164_87_f&fid=34867&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thediabetesblog.com%2F2007%2F04%2F21%2Fc-peptide-the-path-to-enlightenment-of-diabetic-complications%2F Filed under: Type 1, Childhood, Lifestyle, Drugs, Research, OpinionAs a diabetic with the esteemed honor of pouring my heart and soul out for an audience as well-informed as you - I feel it is OUR job to inform our doctor's of the important discoveries being made in diabetes. The discovery I am most concerned with these days is raising awareness of C-peptide. When I learned that all forms of synthetic human insulin these days DO NOT have C-peptide (like natural human insulin does) I asked my doctor what C-peptide does. My doctor explained, "C-peptide is nothing more than a biomarker to tell us [doctors] how much insulin your body is naturally producing." When Chrissie in Belgium asked her doctor he told her that [C-peptide] has absolutely no importance. Uh oh... Doctor's are convinced th... The Diabetes Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=558434 Sat, 21 Apr 2007 04:00:00 +0100 558434 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=541236&cid=t_102164_87_f&fid=34867&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thediabetesblog.com%2F2007%2F04%2F13%2Fada-response-back-and-forthcoming%2F Filed under: Type 1, Childhood, Adult Onset, Daily News, Events, Opinion, SupportFair and balanced, just like Fox News -- I want to let everyone know that the "Matt P" I spoke to, at the ADA responded to my blog about the aforementioned conversation. His response is #17 and it is sincere and genuine -- certifiable in my book. Again, let me reiterate that the nature of my call to the ADA was to ask for their assistance in getting a big pharmaceutical company to sponsor C-peptide FDA trials here in the US. Thanks again to Matt. He really is doing all he can, but there seems to be a suspicious roadblock holding up the research here in the US. Any guesses? Without further adieu, here's Matt: I hope people will take time to read my reply to yesterday's post about ADA and c-peptide. I work for A... The Diabetes Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=541236 Fri, 13 Apr 2007 04:00:00 +0100 541236 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=516397&cid=t_102164_87_f&fid=34867&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thediabetesblog.com%2F2007%2F04%2F02%2Fbenfotiamines-shield-from-high-blood-sugar-toxins%2F Filed under: Type 1, Type 2, Childhood, Adult Onset, Lifestyle, Research, Products, SupportBenfotiamine can help diabetics protect delicate microvessels. Much of the damage of diabetes is caused when glucose-derived compounds, called triosephosphates, accumulate in small vessels. Transketolase, turns these toxic compounds into harmless chemicals that can be removed from the body. benfotiamine increases transketolase activity, thus reducing or eliminating the complications associated with diabetes. Administration of benfotiamine helped to prevent retinopathy in test subjects with diabetes. Study subjects who received benfotiamine for 36 weeks demonstrated completely normalized levels of damaging toxins in the retina, preventing or delaying the onset of diabetic retinopathy. In a 24-week st... The Diabetes Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=516397 Mon, 02 Apr 2007 04:00:00 +0100 516397 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=480947&cid=t_102164_87_f&fid=34867&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thediabetesblog.com%2F2007%2F03%2F18%2Fthis-keynote-sounds-great%2F Filed under: Type 1, Type 2, Childhood, Adult Onset, Lifestyle, Research, Exercise, Events, ServicesOn March 13, 2007, former President Bill Clinton joined global leaders to discuss ways to break the curve of the diabetes pandemic. The Global Changing Diabetes Leadership Forum held in New York City was hosted by Novo Nordisk and supported by the International Diabetes Federation (IDF). Yes, when people of this magnitude get together - you know it's serious business! The forum convened the Masters of the Healthcare Universe to discuss ways to make diabetes a global health priority and ultimately, improve the way the disease is treated. The attendees were policymakers, patient organizations and healthcare professionals. It is estimated that 1 in 3 American children born in 2000 and beyond w... The Diabetes Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=480947 Sun, 18 Mar 2007 04:00:00 +0100 480947 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=478744&cid=t_102164_87_f&fid=34867&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thediabetesblog.com%2F2007%2F03%2F14%2Fstop-your-insulin-inhibitions%2F Filed under: Type 2, Adult Onset, Diet, Lifestyle, ResearchKnocking out the gene for a peptide associated with insulin was shown to protect mice against the harmful effects of a high-fat diet. Urocortin 3 plays a role in the increased production of insulin in response to high caloric intake in animals. Scientists found that by removing the urocortin 3 gene from mice, they did not develop the age-related insulin resistance and high blood sugar observed in the normal control mice. The metabolisms of normal mice were compared to the metabolisms of those without the urocortin 3 gene. When placed on a high caloric diet for three months, the mice without the urocortin 3 gene packed on the same amount of weight but had lower insulin levels. But these mice also had lower blood sugar, improved gluc... The Diabetes Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=478744 Wed, 14 Mar 2007 04:00:00 +0100 478744