Dr. Jack Merendino, MD

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Can eating sugar cause diabetes?

Don’t be misled into thinking that your diabetes came about from eating too much sugar.... Full Answer

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What are the types of insulin for diabetes treatment?

The most common forms of insulin are:
  • Very-fast-acting: NovoLog, Humalog, and
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Can I lose weight when my body is insulin resistant?

First, let me give a quick explanation of insulin resistance. Insulin resistance means that the

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What causes pituitary gland failure?

Any disease process or injury that can damage the pituitary can cause pituitary failure. The

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Should I see an endocrinologist for my hair loss?

The commonest form of hair loss is termed "androgenetic alopecia," meaning hair loss that is the

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Do only people with type 1 diabetes take insulin?

This is a very commonly asked and extremely important question. The answer is clear and simple:

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Do people with type 1 diabetes make any insulin?

The essential definition of type 1 diabetes is that people make little or no insulin, but

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What causes type 1 diabetes?

Type 1 diabetes results when the body is making little or no insulin. Type 1 diabetes

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What is Graves' disease?

Graves’ disease is one of the most common causes of hyperthyroidism, meaning an

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What is the best course of treatment for Cushing's syndrome?

In most cases, the best treatment for Cushing's syndrome is surgery.  (The most common

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Should I talk to my doctor about my Cushing's syndrome symptoms?

Obviously you should talk to your doctor about symptoms that concern you, including those that

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Why should I see an ophthalmologist or eye doctor if I have diabetes?

Retinal disease and vision loss are common -- and, understandably, feared -- problems in... Full Answer

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How can I manage my diabetes?

Management of your diabetes needs to be supported by a good diet, enough exercise, and proper... Full Answer

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How can diabetes affect my sex life?

Erectile dysfunction is very common in men with diabetes and pre-diabetes and results mostly... Full Answer

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