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The Importance of Diabetic Retina Exams: Safeguarding Vision in the Face of Diabetes

Family Physicians of Greeley

Living with diabetes requires a vigilant approach to healthcare, and one crucial aspect often overlooked is regular diabetic retina exams. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the significance of diabetic retina exams and why they are essential for individuals managing diabetes.

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The Link Between Diabetes and Peripheral Arterial Disease

Vascular Physician

The Link Between Diabetes and Peripheral Arterial Disease Diabetes is a serious health condition that causes a person's blood sugar to rise because their body does not produce or use insulin properly. It is estimated that between 20-30% of people with diabetes also have PAD.

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What Happens if Peripheral Arterial Disease is Left Untreated?

Vascular Physician

Early detection can lead to a more comfortable and effective treatment plan. The best treatment plan for you will depend on your particular condition and symptoms. Contact us today to schedule your free consultation and learn more about preventing, treating, and managing PAD. What Happens If PAD Goes Untreated?

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Subclavian Steal Syndrome

Vascular Physician

CT angiography can be used to determine the underlying cause and develop a treatment plan. Treatment Options Conservative management includes lifestyle changes such as smoking cessation, weight loss, and regular physical exercise. The neurologic symptoms may worsen with exercise of the upper extremity.

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Hyberbaric Oxygen Therapy

Vascular Physician

HBO therapy has been shown useful in limb preservation by improving oxygen flow to complex diabetic foot and ischemic limb ulcers as well as osteomyelitis, and necrotizing fasciitis. Wound care centers are increasing in popularity and offer coordinated multispecialty management of complex wound problems.

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Power to the Patient with Patient Generated Health Data

FDA Law Blog

PGHD can be derived from Digital Health Technologies, which we have blogged on here , here , and here. Using PGHD can help patients manage their own health and can help sponsors develop endpoints for studying impacts of new treatments that matter to patients. Another patient shared their journey with diabetes.