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NorthShore University HealthSystem (NorthShore) is a comprehensive, fully integrated, healthcare delivery system that serves the Chicago region. NorthShore has four hospitals in Evanston, Glenview, Highland Park, and Skokie and a multispecialty physician group practices with 75 office locations. Further, NorthShore is the principal teaching affiliate for the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine. For more information, visit http://www.northshore.org.


For further information about NorthShore service lines, be sure to visit:


NorthShore University HealthSystem Cardiology
http://www.northshore.org/cardiovascular-care/


NorthShore University HealthSystem Neurological Institute
http://www.northshore.org/neurological-institute/


NorthShore University HealthSystem Women's Services
http://www.northshore.org/womens-health/


NorthShore University HealthSystem Kellogg Cancer Center
http://www.northshore.org/kellogg-cancer-center/



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  • Dana Artinyan
    Dana Artinyan of NorthShore University HealthSystem answered:
    Can exercise help improve my blood sugar levels if I have prediabetes?
    Exercise can definitely improve your blood sugar if you have prediabetes, but you may also need to change your diet and lose weight to prevent the progression from prediabetes to diabetes. Talk to your dietitian or certified diabetes educator about how to implement these changes.  Full Post
  • Dana Artinyan
    Dana Artinyan of NorthShore University HealthSystem answered:
    Can I play basketball if I have diabetes?
    If you have diabetes, as long as your doctor has given you the okay to play basketball, you should be able to do so. A meal plan would be beneficial to help keep your blood sugar stable while maintaining an active lifestyle. A registered dietitian can help you come up with a plan.  Full Post
  • Dana Artinyan
    Dana Artinyan of NorthShore University HealthSystem answered:
    Can drinking soda cause me to gain weight?
    Regular soda is very high in calories and simple carbohydrates (sugar) which can absolutely cause weight gain or make it very difficult to lose weight. For example, if you drink two cans of regular soda daily, this contributes almost 400 calories and 80 grams of carbohydrates (which is eq...  Full Post
  • Dana Artinyan
    Dana Artinyan of NorthShore University HealthSystem answered:
    How can weather changes affect my blood sugar levels if I have diabetes?
    Weather changes may affect your blood sugar. In hot weather, you may be more dehydrated, which could cause your blood sugar to be high. Be sure to stay adequately hydrated to help prevent this. Also, remember to store your insulin at the proper temperature (between 32 and 85 degrees F). This...  Full Post
  • Dana Artinyan
    Dana Artinyan of NorthShore University HealthSystem answered:
    How can I relieve nerve pain caused by diabetes?
    If your neuropathy stems from inadequate blood glucose control or diabetes, the best course of action is to improve your blood sugar control. Better blood sugar control may slow down the progression of neuropathy but may not reverse it. If you are controlling your blood sugar and are still...  Full Post
  • Dana Artinyan
    Dana Artinyan of NorthShore University HealthSystem answered:
    How can I lose weight safely if I have diabetes?
    If you have diabetes, the best way to lose weight and to control your blood sugar is to eat a healthy, well balanced diet and to exercise regularly. Losing 5% to 10% of your total body weight can dramatically improve your blood sugar levels. If you are taking a medication that can cause low...  Full Post
  • Dana Artinyan
    Dana Artinyan of NorthShore University HealthSystem answered:
    Can diabetes cause erectile dysfunction (ED)?
    Erectile dysfunction (ED) can be a symptom of diabetes. First, have your doctor conduct a blood test to determine whether or not you have elevated blood sugar. If you do have diabetes, you would want to talk to your endocrinologist regarding your blood glucose control to determine if this...  Full Post
  • Dana Friedman
    Dana Friedman of NorthShore University HealthSystem answered:
    What is a good diet for someone who is insulin resistant?
    A good starting point for someone who is insulin resistant is to try to limit what we would call concentrated sweets. That would include items that contain sugar like regularly sweetened sodas, cakes, cookies, pies, brownies and ice cream (to name a few). Your goal should also be to try to...  Full Post
  • Darshan Shah, MD
    Darshan Shah, MD of NorthShore University HealthSystem answered:
    What causes myasthenia gravis?
    Myasthenia gravis is an autoimmune condition in which there is a disruption in the communication between the nerves and muscles. Specifically, a person's immune system forms antibodies, for reasons we don't entirely understand, against the acetycholine receptor. This receptor is vital to communication between the nerve...  Full Post
  • Manvi P. Maker
    Manvi P. Maker of NorthShore University HealthSystem answered:
    What are contact lenses?

    Contacts are lenses (clear plastic disks) placed over the cornea (front clear surface of eye).  They are used to helped correct vision problems from: Myopia, Hyperopia, Presbyopia, Astigmatism. There are bifocal contact lenses available also.

    It is important to have a good contact lens fitting exam

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  • Manvi P. Maker
    Manvi P. Maker of NorthShore University HealthSystem answered:
    What is diabetic retinopathy?
    Diabetic Retinopathy is a complication of diabetes. It can be vision-threatening and is caused by damage to the small blood vessels in the retina (a layer that lines the inside of the back of the eye).

    There are different stages of retinopathy which can be identified by a full dilated eye exam.  Some of these changes...  Full Post
  • John Linn
    John Linn of NorthShore University HealthSystem answered:
    How often do I need an endoscopy if I have intestinal metaplasia?

    Intestinal metaplasia, or Barrett's esophagus, is a condition where the lining of the esophagus becomes damaged from exposure to acid from the stomach. This usually occurs in the setting of heartburn and acid reflux commonly known as GERD.

    Intestinal metaplasia is usually treated with medications

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  • John Linn
    John Linn of NorthShore University HealthSystem answered:
    What should I eat after intestinal surgery?

    Immediately after an operation on the intestines, most patients don't have a regular appetite for a few weeks. It is normal to feel full after smaller meals and not be as hungry as usual. The appetite will return after a few weeks. In the meantime, the most important thing is to stay well hydrated

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  • John Linn
    John Linn of NorthShore University HealthSystem answered:
    What is a complicated hernia?

    The word "complicated" is used to describe any type of hernia--inguinal, ventral, or umbilical--that is incarcerated, strangulated, or recurrent. Complicated hernias usually require more time to repair, have a higher risk of recurrence, and probably a slightly higher risk of complications from surgery.

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  • John Linn
    John Linn of NorthShore University HealthSystem answered:
    How are diaphragmatic hernias different from abdominal wall hernias?

    Hernias of the diaphgram and abdominal wall are different in terms of their location and symptoms. Abdominal wall hernias usually cause pain from the hernia contents becoming trapped within the hernia, such as intestine or abdominal fat.

     

    Hernias of the diaphgram, also known as hiatal hernias or pa

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