All People Who Are Taking "Metformin"
posted 03/28/2009, comments (0)
Hot baths can bring on big problems
I had a very scary experience this week when I noticed some distinct redness near the heel of one of my feet (I have neuropathy in both). I had also had trouble walking and experienced a dramatic increase in pain in my feet in the previous 3 days or so. I went to the Dr right away, who ordered blood tests and a MRI - Stat! - as she put it.... Read more
posted 02/15/2009, comments (0)
retired deputy
Please feel free to read my profile as it says much of what I would say here, and would love to here from others, as I'm fighting a real battle with myself right now with my diabetes.
posted 02/05/2009, comments (0)
For your information-sjorngren's syndrome
I have had diabetes type 2 for about 5 years. You are all aware of the symptoms. Just lately, I have had a large swelling in my cheek/jaw. My primary care doctor sent me to a ear/nose/throat doctor. Before I saw him, I had to have a CT Scan of my throat and head. (I have had two brain surgeries 9 years ago because of a benign... Read more
posted 02/05/2009, comments (0)
Diabetics and exercise
Two years ago, I fell down my staircase and broke my left tibia bone. Ever since, I have some discomfort walking. Now a diabetic is supposed to exercise. This is difficult when ones back hurts and so does her knee where the surgeon has installed a brace on her leg bone to keep the shattered bones together similar to a... Read more
