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Diabetes Symptoms: When To Consult Your Doctor Diabetes symptoms are of ten subtle. Here’s what to look for and when to con sult your doctor. Early diabetes symptoms can be subtle or seemingly harmless if you have them at all. In fact, you could have diabetes for months or even years and not even know it. In the United States alone, more than 6 million people are unaware that they have diabetes, according to the American Diabetes Associa tion. But you don’t need to become a statistic. Under standing possible diabetes symptoms can lead to early diagnosis and treatment and a lifetime of better health. Excessive thirst and increased urination Excessive thirst and in creased urination are classic diabetes symptoms. When you have diabetes, excess sugar (glucose) builds up in your blood. Your kid neys are forced to work over time to filter and absorb the excess sugar. If your kidneys can’t keep up, the excess sugar is excreted into your urine along with fluids drawn from your tissues. This trig gers more frequent urination, A Sincere Thank You to all of our Nurses all year through! Dinakara B. Shetty, M.D. NEW PATIENTS WELCOME/ SAME DAY APPOINTMENTS Most Insurances Accepted FREE BLOOD PRESSURE & DIABETES SCREENING 1719 Russell Pkwy * Bldg 700 • McNeal Agency * WR ieday instead of thinking albeit JHj DIABETES medication on ■ it might only have to be on An investigational diabetes medication that is administered once a week, once every two weeks, or once a month is being evaluated as part of medical research study. Local doctors are looking for Type 2 Diabetics to participate in a medical research study evaluating the safety and effectiveness of an investigational diabetes medication that will be administered to participants once a week, once every two weeks, or once every four weeks, depending on which group they are assigned. To be eligible for this study, you must be: • Between the ages of 18 and 75 years • Medically-diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes • Receiving treatment for your diabetes either by: - a metformin-only based which may leave you dehy drated. As you drink more fluids to quench your thirst, you’ll urinate even more. Flu-like feeling Sometimes diabetes symp toms resemble a flu-like ill ness. You may notice fatigue, weakness and loss of appe tite. That’s because poorly controlled diabetes hampers your body’s ability to use sugar for energy. Instead of fueling your cells, the sugar remains in your blood. This leaves you feeling tired and run down. Weight loss or gain Weight fluctuations also fall under the umbrella of possible diabetes symptoms. When you lose sugar through frequent urination, you also lose calories. At the same time, diabetes may keep the sugar from your food from reaching your cells lead ing to constant hunger. The combined effect is potentially rapid weight loss, especially if you have type 1 diabetes. Weight gain is a concern, too. Excess weight can make your tissues more resistant to the action of insulin, which increases your blood sugar level. And the more fatty tis Dinakara Shetty Internal Medicine 328-0806 HR J medication for at least 3 months prior to screening, OR - a diet and exercise program, with no antidiabetic medication for at least 3 months prior to screening. Qualified participants will receive study-related medical evaluations and study medication at no cost. Reimbursement for time and travel will also be provided. To learn more about this study, please contact: Middle GA Drug Study Center, LLC. 478-988-4820 Study Information by PPD, Inc. 0418071730 sue you have, the more re sistant your cells become. That’s why being overweight is a prime risk factor for de veloping type 2 diabetes. Blurred vision Diabetes symptoms some times settle in the eyes. High levels of blood sugar pull flu id from your tissues, includ ing the lenses of your eyes. This affects your ability to focus. Left untreated, diabetes can cause new blood vessels to form in your retina the back part of your eye as well as damage old vessels. For most people this causes only mild vision problems, such as dark spots, flashing lights or rings around lights. But for others, the effects can be much more serious. In some cases, diabetes can lead to blindness. Slow-healing sores or frequent infections High levels of blood sugar impair your body’s natural healing process and your ability to fight infections. For women, bladder and vagi nal infections are especially common. SPECIALIZING IN: • Arthritis, • Heart Disease, • Physicals, Obesity, • Blood Pressure, • Cholesterol Management, • Cancer/ Stroke Prevention, • Senior Care Tingling hands and feet Excess sugar in your blood can lead to nerve damage. You may notice tingling and loss of sensation in your hands and feet, as well as burning pain in your arms, hands, legs and feet. Red, swollen, tender gums Diabetes may weaken your ability to fight germs, which “the people you trust, the technology you expect, the care you deserve!” Dr. J. Mathis Dixon • Dr. Paul Smith FOOT & ANKLE CENTER (m mm 1040 Morningside Dr. • Perry, 478-988-4676 56652 f^eicffr Care... at Houston M edical Center xJlkjjf Amer Al-Kafati, MO, FAAP Kim T. Blewns, MO, FAAP Santana Das, MO Alphonsa J Brmjeri, MO, FAAP David IV. Harvey, MO, FAAP Helen-Louite Moore, MO, FAAP Kevin K. Niebaum, DO, FAAP Palanisamy Kajasekaran, MO Mansoor SaUhbhai, MO, FAAP Belinda Stephens-Hodges, MO, FAAP Larry D. Stewart, Jr., MO, FAAP Steve Wade, MO, FAAP 54086 1601 Watson Boulevard • Warner Robins • 975-5507 • www.hhc.org increases the risk of infec tion in your gums and in the bones that hold your teeth in place. Your gums may pull away from your teeth, your teeth may become loose, or you may develop sores or pockets of pus in your gums especially if you have a gum infection before diabetes develops. 478-987-2020 1105 Momingside Dr. Perry, GA 31069 DR. SARVEPALLI D. JOKHAI Podiatric Physician and Surgeon, Board Qualified NOVEMBER 24,2007 • HOUSTON HOME JOURNAL • NOVEMBER 2007 Advanced Eyecare CENTER hildren arc a gift and at Houston Medical Center we give them special care when they're sick. Pediatric Services at Houston Medical Center provides inpatient care for newborns to young adults. Children receive care in a child friendly environment surrounded by pediatric experts. Pediatric Services includes a new eight-bed pediatric unit and a medical staff of pediatricians all certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Pediatric Services is located on the second floor of the main hospital. f 3 e <3 i a~f~r at Houston Medical Center Take your body’s hints seriously If you notice any possible diabetes symptoms, contact your doctor. The earlier the condition is diagnosed, the sooner treatment can begin. Diabetes is a serious condi tion. But with your active participation and the support of your health care team, you can manage diabetes while enjoying an active, healthy life. Specializing in surgen of ingrow n toenails, heel spurs, hammer toes, bunions, also diabetic foot care. New patients are welcome by appointment. We accept most private insurance plans. GA 31069 11B 156659 |55497