Treat Diabetic Shock
Learn ways to prevent
Once someone is already in shock, the sooner shock is treated, the less damage there may be to the person's vital organs (such as the kidney, liver, and brain). Early first aid and emergency medical help can save a life.
References
Jones AE, Kline JA....
Read moreMore information on "Treat Diabetic Shock"
From Our Experts
Car Accidents While in Diabetic Shock
Reprinted with permission from Amy Tenderich of www.diabetesmine.com. It saddens and upsets me to have to write this. But I have to... Read more »
Calling All Diabetics to Wear your Medic Alert everywhere for your...
At the diabetes camp I’ve attended as a counselor, we play a game where everyone sits in a circle (there are about 45 kids at this camp)... Read more »
How I'd Treat Type 2 Diabetes
Traditionally, treatment of type 2 diabetes went something like this: You're diagnosed and told to "watch your sugar," or you're told to... Read more »
Allowing Diabetic Children to Treat Diabetes on Own as they Gain...
As the recap of her 8-year-old's experience at diabetes camp wraps up, Kim Benjet deals with the aftermath: “I really don’t need you,... Read more »
Treating High Blood Pressure, Cholesterol Pays Off
An important study suggests that aggressively treating cholesterol levels and blood pressure improves the cardiovascular health of... Read more »
From Our Sources
Shock therapy may treat ED
Shockwaves directed at the penis may be a long-term treatment for erectile dysfunction caused by low blood flow, Israeli researchers say. The... Read more »
Cardiogenic shock
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Shock - cardiogenic Prevention You may reduce the risk of developing cardiogenic shock by: Quickly and aggressively treating its... Read more »
Hypovolemic shock
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Shock - hypovolemic Treatment Get immediate medical help. In the meantime, follow these steps: Keep the person comfortable and... Read more »
Diabetes
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Diabetes mellitus is a chronic disease caused by the inability of the pancreas to produce insulin or to use the insulin produced in the proper way.... Read more »
Diabetic hyperglycemic hyperosmolar coma
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Hyperglycemic hyperosmolar coma; Nonketotic hyperglycemic hyperosmolar coma (NKHHC); Hyperosmolar nonketotic coma (HONK)TreatmentThe goal of... Read more »
Featuring Content From:
By using this service, you accept our Terms of Use. Please read them. The consumer health information on is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions. You should promptly seek professional medical care if you have any concern about your health, and you should always consult your physician before starting a fitness regimen. Copyright © 2012 Remedy Health Media, LLC. All Rights Reserved.
