In a nutshell This study examined whether diabetic patients with abnormal cholesterol levels have a higher risk of experiencing coronary heart disease. Some background Cholesterol may be considered ‘good’ (high density lipoprotein – HDL) or ‘bad’ (low density lipoprotein – LDL). An increase in LDL cholesterol...
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In a nutshell The authors analyzed the risk of influenza associated with diabetes. Some background Influenza, commonly called the ‘flu’, is a viral infection that attacks the respiratory system including the nose, throat and lungs. Chronic diseases such as diabetes can increase the risk of experiencing influenza. Indeed, adults...
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In a nutshell The authors aimed to evaluate the association between diabetes and the development of Alzheimer’s disease. Some background Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia. It is important to identify possible risk factors for Alzheimer’s disease, hoping these will point to effective prevention...
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In a nutshell This study compared the outcomes of intensive glucose control and conventional glucose control among type I diabetic patients. Some background The management of type I diabetes requires strict and life-long glycemic control using insulin replacements. Careful control over blood glucose levels is crucial in the prevention of diabetic...
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In a nutshell This article is a review on the use of insulin analogue drugs in pregnancy. The review covers the latest findings published recently in different medical journals. Some background Diabetes is the most common medical condition in pregnancy. Diabetes during pregnancy can lead to miscarriages, born abnormalities in the baby, and an...
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In a nutshell The present study compared the effctiveness of two types of drugs that can be added to Metformin (Glucophage) for the treatment of poorly controlled type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). Some background Type 2 diabetes mellitus affects almost 10% of all adults. Metformin (Glucophage) is the most common drug used to treat T2DM. When...
Read MoreIn a nutshell The present study examined the effects of a long-term intensive weight-loss intervention (ILI) on type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM). ILI was associated with a greater probability of partial remission (fasting blood sugar <126 mg/dl) of diabetes, and a low prevalence of absolute remission (normal blood sugar levels). Some...
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