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Health Encyclopedia: Type 1 Diabetes

Long-Term Complications

Type 1 diabetes reduces the normal life span by an average of 5 to 8 years. However, survival rates are improving in all ethnic groups and both genders. Longer survival rates are probably due to improvements in monitoring and tighter control of blood glucose. There are two important approaches to preventing complications from type 1 diabetes:

Intensive control of blood glucose and keeping glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) levels below 7.0. This approach is proving to prevent ...

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Expert & Community Posts

Erectile Dysfunction may signal Heart Disease

By Jerry Kennard , Health Expert

Erectile dysfunction in men with diabetes may signal an increased risk of serious heart problems... Read more »

Heart disease on the rise among the young

By Melanie Thomassian , Health Expert

Over the last 30 years the incidence of heart disease has been steadily declining. However, a... Read more »

Vitamin D: the newest coronary risk factor?

By Dr. William Davis , Health Expert

Vitamin D: the newest coronary risk factor? It's probably one of the most exciting... Read more »

Early Warning for our Hearts

By David Mendosa , Health Expert

We now have an early warning that can help people with diabetes prevent heart attacks and strokes.... Read more »

Know How to Recognize the Signs of Stroke

By Larry Weinrauch , Health Expert

A stroke is a "brain attack" that doctors name "cerebro" (brain) "vascular" (blood vessel)... Read more »

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Health Guide

Stress Test: When are Stress Tests Necessary?

A stress test is an objective way of determining your exertional capacity. It can be used for many reasons. By far the most common use is to assess the cause for a patient complaint such as chest... Read more »

Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) Patient Guide

What is Peripheral Arterial Disease? Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is due to atherosclerosis – a progressive disease that involves the hardening and narrowing of the arteries due to a gradual... Read more »

Heart Attack Patient Guide, Part I: Symptoms

The Heart Attack Patient Guide is a simple explanation of what a person is likely to experience when having a heart attack. The guide describes how a person is treated immediately... Read more »

Stroke Patient Guide, Part II: Diagnosis

Diagnosing a stroke Any type of stroke is considered a medical emergency and requires urgent medical assistance, because immediate treatment can make the difference between life and death. ... Read more »

Heart Attack Patient Guide, Part II: Recovery

The Heart Attack Patient Guide describes what you are likely to experience when having a heart attack, as well as your recovery and treatment. This guide describes the various stages... Read more »

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