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What causes very low blood pressure?

Wed, 23 Nov 2011 14:27:40 GMT

What is the cause and significance of very low diastolic blood pressure? While my systolic blood pressure fluctuates from 115 to 130, my diastolic pressure ranges from 36 to 64, with the average in the low 50s.

Why am I taking metformin?

Wed, 16 Nov 2011 15:07:22 GMT

I was controlling my blood sugar with regular insulin injections, so why did my doctor add metformin during my last visit?

Is it safe to reuse an insulin syringe?

Wed, 28 Sep 2011 16:29:53 GMT

My husband is a Type 2 diabetic who takes insulin three times a day. He often reuses the same syringe day after day or multiple times in one day. I am very concerned about this habit. It is unhealthy or dangerous?

What's the difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes?

Mon, 03 Oct 2011 15:17:17 GMT

What is the difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes?

Where can I find information about pre-diabetes?

Wed, 15 Jun 2011 18:50:09 GMT

I just heard I am glucose intolerant (or pre-diabetic) and diabetes runs in my family. However, whenever I try to find information about pre-diabetes, I only get diabetes type 2 information. Are there any helpful websites with good information?

Can diabetes cause fatigue, body ache?

Wed, 18 May 2011 11:12:50 GMT

Can diabetes be a (possible) cause of fatigue, leg and lower back aches? I have had bursts of energy for 10 to 15 minutes, but then need to sit for about 10 minutes, and I'm ready to go full steam again. PLEASE, Thank You, Mike

Do vitamins help against type 2 diabetes?

Thu, 13 Jan 2011 00:04:09 GMT

Are vitamin D, calcium and magnesium effective in preventing type 2 diabetes? If so, how much should one take?

What are the best supplements for a diabetic?

Fri, 03 Dec 2010 13:20:32 GMT

My husband has adult-onset diabetes. He is 43, but was diagnosed about five years ago. His mother is diabetic as well. Both are very small-framed people who are not overweight nor very muscular. There is no doubt the disease is genetic for them.

Is it OK for diabetic to use corn remover on feet?

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 12:40:57 GMT

I am a type 2 diabetic with an average hemoglobin A1C of 6.1. Would it be safe to use an over-the-counter liquid corn remover on my foot?

Why do my A1C results from different sources vary?

Wed, 26 May 2010 12:24:27 GMT

What can I do when I am getting A1C test results that vary widely from multiple sources?