This episode is about the millions of loved ones of those with diabetes. Special guest Susan Guzman, PhD, is co-founder of the Behavioral Diabetes More

This episode is about the millions of loved ones of those with diabetes. Special guest Susan Guzman, PhD, is co-founder of the Behavioral Diabetes Institute, and clinical psychologist specializing in the emotional health of people with diabetes and their loved ones. Dr. Guzman talks with Steven Edelman, MD, about the range of frequently experienced emotions, frustrations and challenges, and offers guidance on navigating through the tough issues brought on by caring about someone who has diabetes. Series: Taking Control of Your Diabetes (TCOYD) [5/2009] [Health and Medicine] [Show ID: 16442]
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Diabetic Foot Care - Chiropodist Waterloo and Kitchener, Ontario http://www.footworkschiropodyclinic.ca According to the American Diabetes More

Diabetic Foot Care - Chiropodist Waterloo and Kitchener, Ontario http://www.footworkschiropodyclinic.ca According to the American Diabetes Association, about 15.7 million people (5.9 percent of the United States population) have diabetes. Nervous system damage (also called neuropathy) affects about 60 to 70 percent of people with diabetes and is a major complication that may cause diabetics to lose feeling in their feet or hands. Foot problems are a big risk in diabetics. Diabetics must constantly monitor their feet or face severe consequences, including amputation. With a diabetic foot, a wound as small as a blister from wearing a shoe that's too tight can cause a lot of damage. Diabetes decreases blood flow, so injuries are slow to heal. When your wound is not healing, it's at risk for infection. As a diabetic, your infections spread quickly. If you have diabetes, you should inspect your feet every day. Look for puncture wounds, bruises, pressure areas, redness, warmth, blister
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