Stanley Kim, M.D.
The story started, he told me, about three years ago when he learned that he had type 2 diabetes. “The lancets that I used hurt too much for...
About 73 percent of adults with diabetes also have hypertension, commonly known as high blood pressure (For more information, see this... Read more »
The first blood glucose meter made in China for the U.S. debuted at last month’s American Diabetes Association’s 66th Scientific... Read more »
My recent review of the Duo-Care for testing both blood pressure and blood glucose got me thinking. I wasn’t thrilled with that... Read more »
Since three-fourths of those of us who have diabetes also have high blood pressure, a combined blood glucose and blood pressure... Read more »
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Home glucose monitoring; Self monitoring of blood glucoseWhat the risks areThere is a slight chance of infection at the puncture site. A small amount... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Blood glucose monitoring refers to the ongoing measurement of blood sugar (glucose). Monitoring can be done at any time using a portable device... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Home glucose monitoring; Self monitoring of blood glucoseNormal ValuesBefore meals: 70 - 130 milligrams per deciliter (mg/dL)After meals: Less than... Read more »
For a loved one with diabetes, monitoring blood glucose levels is crucial. “Self-monitoring of blood glucose (SMBG testing) provides a map that... Read more »
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of ComplicationsHigh Blood Pressure and Heart DiseaseAll patients with diabetes and high blood pressure should adopt lifestyle changes. These include... Read more »