In my practice, I often have patients show me corns on the feet. I thought I would briefly talk about this condition, and what you can do to get rid of this nuisance problem. What Are Corns On The Feet? Corns are painful lesions that develop when the skin is repeatedly damaged by friction or …
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Cellulitis is a common bacterial skin infection that affects millions of people globally. It can be a painful condition that often requires antibiotic therapy and hospitalization. Today I shall briefly discuss what cellulitis is and how it is managed. Introduction Our skin acts as a barrier that keeps bacteria from getting into our bloodstream. However, …
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One of the most important things that patients with diabetes can do is monitor their blood sugar levels at home. As their physician, I find it extremely useful when it comes to managing their diabetes. However, monitoring blood sugars has to be done the right way. Please note that for the purpose of this article, …
When it comes to eating fruits in diabetes, it can be quite confusing. Patients often wish to know what fruits they can eat, and what they should avoid if they have diabetes. Given the variety of fruits we have in India, I always have a problem answering them! However, I will go on to talk …
Have you been diagnosed with prediabetes and are worried what it might be? Are you concerned that you might develop diabetes in the future? This article should clear your doubts about prediabetes and it’s progression to diabetes. Type 2 diabetes is a rapidly rising problem across the world, and India is no exception. It is …
Have you ever felt numbness in the feet? Have you ever wondered why you feel like there are ants crawling under your foot? Ever felt a burning or pricking pain in the soles of your feet? Ever wondered – Why do my feet feel numb and tingly? If you have, then you may be suffering from …
Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a metabolic condition characterized by an increase in blood glucose levels due to insulin deficiency or poor quality insulin. It causes damage, dysfunction or failure of vital organs like eyes, kidneys, nerves, blood vessels, heart etc. Types And Definition Of Diabetes There are two types of diabetes. Type I diabetes manifests …
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Struggling to figure out the best and worst foods for diabetes? Then list of ‘divine and devil foods’ should help you take charge of your diet. One of the most common questions I get asked by all people with diabetes is what diet to follow. ”Can they have fruits? Can they add jaggery to their …
I have diabetes and I am travelling. What should I carry with me? We all love to travel. Be it a family trip or a religious journey, travelling always relaxes the mind and the body. But are there any restrictions when it comes to travelling if you have diabetes? Not really, provided your blood glucose …
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We all enjoy traveling. Maybe not so much to work everyday (!), but definitely on a holiday with the family. Over the years, one of the most common questions that patients ask their doctor is ‘how do I manage my diabetes when I am traveling?’. In this article, I will briefly touch upon some simple …
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