Tag Archives: diabetic complications

Diabetes News: Do Fish Oils Lower the Risk of Heart Attacks

Posted on May 10, 2013 by Dr. Sybil Kramer

People with Diabetes (type I and type II) are at higher risk for developing Heart Attacks than the general population.  Many people believe they can mitigate this risk by taking Fish Oil supplements.  This study completed in Milan shows you … Continue reading →

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Diabetes Complication:Diabetic Retinopathy

Posted on February 10, 2013 by Dr. Sybil Kramer

Diabetes type I and type II is recognized as the leading cause of blindness in the United States.  The risk of developing diabetic retinopathy increases with the duration of diabetes and poor control of blood sugar.  The retina, which is … Continue reading →

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Can Congestive Heart Failure Cause Diabetes?

Posted on January 6, 2012 by Dr. Sybil Kramer

Which comes first? Scientists believe diabetes may lead to coronary artery disease which may in tern cause congestive heart failure.  It has recently been discovered that the stress of congestive heart failure may lead to an increase in protein P53 … Continue reading →

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Diabetes and Teeth–Another Complication from Diabetes

Posted on October 21, 2011 by Dr. Sybil Kramer

Diabetes can lead to gum disease which may cause a person with diabetes to lose their teeth.  The article below discusses this in more detail and outlines steps that everybody, including people with diabetes can take to protect themselves.  I … Continue reading →

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