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Swollen Ankles Diabetes
- Type 1 Diabetes Complications - Diabetic Ketoacidosis, Hypoglycemia
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Type 1 diabetes increases the risk for many serious health complications. However, during the past several decades, the rate of serious complications among people with diabetes has been decreasing, and more patients are living longer and healthier lives. There are two important approaches to preventing complications from type 1 diabetes:
- Good control of blood glucose and keeping glycosylated hemoglobin (A1C) levels below or around 7%. This approach can help prevent complications due...
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Painless swelling of the feet and ankles is a common problem, particularly among older people.Abnormal buildup of fluid in the ankles, feet, and legs... Read more »
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