Diabetes treatment

Diabetes treatment

Diabetes prevention and treatment.

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erectile dysfunction

Health care; Diabetes treatment

The inability to get or maintain an erection for satisfactory sexual intercourse. Also called impotence.

high-density lipoprotein cholesterol

Health care; Diabetes treatment

Stands for high-density lipoprotein cholesterol, which is a fat found in the blood that takes extra cholesterol from the blood to the liver for removal. Sometimes called “good” cholesterol.

The inability to digest and absorb proteins called gluten found in wheat, rye, and barley. Celiac disease causes damage to the lining of the small intestine and prevents absorption of nutrients. Also ...

uremia

Health care; Diabetes treatment

The illness associated with the buildup of urea in the blood because the kidneys are not working effectively. Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, weakness, and mental confusion.

neovascularization

Health care; Diabetes treatment

The growth of new, small blood vessels. In the retina, this may lead to vision loss or blindness.

glycogen

Health care; Diabetes treatment

The form of glucose found in the liver and muscles; the main source of stored fuel in the body.

blood pressure

Health care; Diabetes treatment

The force of blood exerted on the inside walls of blood vessels. Blood pressure is expressed as two numbers. For example, a blood pressure result of 120/80 is said as “120 over 80. ” The first number ...