
diabetes mellitus | Research | 10 pages | source: Scientific reports | Added Aug 19, 2021
Are vitamin B12 injections more effective than vitamin B12 tablets for treating diabetic nerve damage?
This study compared mecobalamin (vitamin B12) injections with mecobalamin tablets for the treatment of diabetic peripheral neuropathy (DPN; nerve damage). It showed that after 8 weeks of treatment, patients treated with mecobalamin injections showed signs of nerves being repaired, while no effects were seen in those taking the tablets.


diabetes mellitus | Research | Treatment | 10 pages | source: The New England Journal of Medicine | Added Aug 17, 2021
Is tirzepatide as effective as semaglutide for the treatment of type 2 diabetes?
This study looked at tirzepatide, a new treatment for type 2 diabetes, compared to semaglutide (Ozempic). It found that, depending on the dose, tirzepatide was similarly or more effective at controlling blood glucose than semaglutide.


diabetes mellitus | Research | 10 pages | source: The lancet. Diabetes & endocrinology | Added Aug 13, 2021
Can dulaglutide help to prevent erectile dysfunction in men with type 2 diabetes?
This study looked at the effects of dulaglutide (Trulicity) on erectile function in men with type 2 diabetes (T2D). It found that men with T2D taking dulaglutide were less likely to develop erectile dysfunction (ED) than those taking a placebo.

diabetes mellitus | Research | 10 pages | source: International urology and nephrology | Added Aug 10, 2021
Can piperazine ferulate help to prevent diabetic kidney disease?
This study looked at the use of piperazine ferulate (PF) in diabetic patients. It found that adding PF to angiotensin receptor blocker (ARB) treatment helped to protect kidney function in patients with diabetes.

diabetes mellitus | Research | 10 pages | source: The Journal of clinical endocrinology and metabolism | Added Aug 08, 2021
The impact of high blood glucose levels on the arteries
This study examined whether high blood glucose levels can alter the function of arteries. The authors concluded that type 2 diabetes patients, particularly those with decreased kidney function, have higher arterial stiffness after experiencing high blood glucose levels.


diabetes mellitus | Research | Treatment | 10 pages | source: Diabetes, Obesity and Metabolism | Added Aug 05, 2021
An artificial pancreas for glucose control
This study examined the safety of an artificial pancreas system. The current study concluded that the artificial pancreas system is safe and also provides better blood sugar control than insulin pump therapy.

diabetes mellitus | Research | 10 pages | source: The lancet. Diabetes & endocrinology | Added Aug 03, 2021
Evaluating thinking and reasoning performance in adults with type 1 diabetes over the long-term
This long-term study looked at mental sharpness and coordination as adults age with type 1 diabetes (T1D). It found that blood sugar control over the previous 30 years influences later coordination and memory.

diabetes mellitus | Research | 10 pages | source: Lancet (London, England) | Added Aug 01, 2021
Does real-time glucose monitoring improve diabetic control in patients with type 1 diabetes?
This study compared two methods of continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) for patients with type 1 diabetes (T1D). It found that compared to intermittent monitoring, real-time monitoring led to better glucose control and reduced risk of severe hypoglycemia.

diabetes mellitus | Research | 10 pages | source: PLOS ONE | Added Jul 29, 2021
Can an eye exam be used to check for diabetic nerve disease?
This study looked at the relationship between changes in the retinal nerves (diabetic retinopathy; DR) and changes in the nerves of the hands and feet (diabetic neuropathy; DN) in adolescents with type 1 diabetes (T1D). It found that tests that monitor the retinal nerves such as OCTA which is a quick and inexpensive test, could be used to identify patients with DN who need further nerve investigations.