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Personalized Diabetes Treatment Plans: How Connecticut Specialists Approach Care

Physicians Alliance of Connecticut

Every year in Connecticut, about 17,000 adults are diagnosed with diabetes, a serious chronic condition. For that reason, everyone’s experience with diabetes is different, and treatment isn’t one-size-fits all. For that reason, everyone’s experience with diabetes is different, and treatment isn’t one-size-fits all.

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Managing High Blood Pressure with Medication and Lifestyle

Imperial Center Family Medicine

Effective blood pressure management requires taking the appropriate medicine as prescribed by a healthcare professional and implementing appropriate lifestyle changes. However, the correct treatment plan can help you manage your blood pressure and reduce complications.

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Managing High Blood Pressure with Medication and Lifestyle

Imperial Center Family Medicine

Effective blood pressure management requires taking the appropriate medicine as prescribed by a healthcare professional and implementing appropriate lifestyle changes. However, the correct treatment plan can help you manage your blood pressure and reduce complications.

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The Link Between Diabetes and Peripheral Arterial Disease

Vascular Physician

This is because both diabetes and PAD have many of the same risk factors and complications. If you have been diagnosed with diabetes or PAD, managing your condition is the best way to prevent it from worsening and contributing to other health issues. 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

Because of this, it is important to address vascular complications as soon as they arise, including Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD). Early detection can lead to a more comfortable and effective treatment plan. If left untreated, PAD may progress over time and can lead to more serious health complications.

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Arteriovenous Fistula: What It Is and How It Is Treated in Vascular Surgery

Vascular Physician

If left untreated, serious AVFs can lead to other health complications including heart failure, internal bleeding, blood clots, or claudication. Diagnosis and Treatment of AVFs AVFs are diagnosed by a healthcare provider. AVFs can range from mildly symptomatic to severe. Sometimes, small AVFs can resolve on their own over time.

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8 Signs You May Be Suffering from Thoracic Outlet Syndrome - VIR

Vascular Physician

When left untreated, TOS can cause more serious complications, including permanent arm swelling and pain, blood clots, pulmonary embolism, and permanent nerve damage. Because of this, it's best to seek treatment sooner rather than later when you first notice the symptoms of TOS. While TOS cannot be cured, it is treatable.