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my dad has insulin dependent diabetes and he has lost a lot of weight, how can he gain it back
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Your question about how your diabetes affects recovery from minor surgery is an excellent one. Minor surgery has the potential to affect your normal routines and so your diabetes should be discussed with your doctor and surgeon prior to surgery. Our expert, Dr. Bill Quick's article on What to Bring to the Hospital offers advice about making sure you stay in control of your diabetes in a hospital setting. The American Diabetes Association has developed Standards of Medical Care in diabetes which addresses care in a hospital setting. Since you never know when you may need emergency care, it's essential that you always wear your identification bracelet or necklace so that emergency room physicians are alerted to your condition.
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