American Diabetes Association

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What is an insulin pump?

Insulin pumps have come a long way in recent years. These devices are miniature, computerized... Full Answer

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How is type 2 diabetes treated?

Whether you should take oral medication, insulin, or any medication at all and what sort of insulin... Full Answer

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What are the health benefits of strength training?

Strength training, done two to three times a week, helps build strong bones and muscles. It makes... Full Answer

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How is heart disease diagnosed?

In addition to regular checkups, your health care team may do one or more special tests to... Full Answer

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What are some forms of depression?

Below are the common types of depression: Major depression is characterized by a combination of... Full Answer

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How is erectile dysfunction treated?

There are several treatments available. In choosing a treatment, find the one that is most... Full Answer

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Why should I check my blood glucose to manage my diabetes?

People with diabetes may check their own blood glucose using a blood glucose meter. You can use... Full Answer

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What are the types of insulin for diabetes treatment?

The types of insulin include: Rapid-acting insulin, such as insulin lispro (Eli Lilly), insulin... Full Answer

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Does type 2 diabetes run in families?

Unlike some traits, diabetes does not seem to be inherited in a simple pattern. Yet clearly, some... Full Answer

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How is diabetes diagnosed?

There are several ways to diagnose diabetes. Each way usually needs to be repeated on a second day... Full Answer

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How does diabetes affect peripheral artery disease (PAD)?

If you have diabetes, you're much more likely to have peripheral artery disease, a heart attack,... Full Answer

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What are the symptoms of a heart attack?

Become familiar with these warning signs of a heart attack: chest pain or discomfort pain or... Full Answer

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What are the symptoms of peripheral artery disease (PAD)?

Many people with diabetes and peripheral artery disease do not have any symptoms. Some people may... Full Answer

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What is peripheral artery disease (PAD)?

Peripheral arterial disease, also called PAD, occurs when blood vessels in the legs are narrowed... Full Answer

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What is coronary microvascular disease (MVD)?

Microvascular disease is a disease of the smallest blood vessels, such as those found in the eyes,... Full Answer

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