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TMA Physicians: Diabetes Complications Can Be Devastating
In a new episode of the TMA Health Beat podcast, physicians are reminding Texans about the dangers of undiagnosed or unmanaged diabetes.
Over 38 million people in the U.S. live with the disease. About 90% have type 2 diabetes – which causes a spike in blood sugar levels and can lead to serious health problems.
“The burden of disease is profound,” said Brandon Cantazaro, MD, an internist in the Rio Grande Valley and member of the Texas Medical Association’s Council on Health Promotion.
Wound care physician and TMA President Jayesh Shah, MD, said by the time diabetes patients come to him their condition is very serious, including having cuts that won’t heal due to poor blood circulation, sometimes leading to amputation.
Drs. Shah and Cantazaro say diabetes can be managed. They say it is important for patients to consult a physician and make lifestyle changes like exercising and improving their diet to reduce their blood sugar levels.
NOTICE: This podcast is intended for general informational purposes only. The information provided in this podcast does not constitute legal or medical advice and does not ensure a successful outcome. This podcast does not substitute for the advice of a physician or other health care professional. Consulting a personal physician is always a good practice when faced with health issues to obtain specific medical advice taking into consideration each person’s medical situation. Persons should not rely on this information when dealing with personal health matters; rather medical advice from their own personal physician should be sought. Although TMA has attempted to present materials that are accurate and useful, some material may be outdated and TMA shall not be liable to anyone for any inaccuracy, error, or omission, regardless of cause, or for any damages resulting therefrom.
Certain links provided with this information may connect to websites maintained by third parties. TMA has no control over these websites, or the information, goods or services provided by third parties. TMA shall have no liability for any use or reliance by a user on these third-party websites or information provided by third parties.
This podcast is also not intended to establish medical standards of care for the purposes of litigation, including expert testimony. The standard of care is dependent upon the particular facts and circumstances of each individual case and no generalization can be made that would apply to all cases.
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By swathinarayananIn a new episode of the TMA Health Beat podcast, physicians are reminding Texans about the dangers of undiagnosed or unmanaged diabetes.
Over 38 million people in the U.S. live with the disease. About 90% have type 2 diabetes – which causes a spike in blood sugar levels and can lead to serious health problems.
“The burden of disease is profound,” said Brandon Cantazaro, MD, an internist in the Rio Grande Valley and member of the Texas Medical Association’s Council on Health Promotion.
Wound care physician and TMA President Jayesh Shah, MD, said by the time diabetes patients come to him their condition is very serious, including having cuts that won’t heal due to poor blood circulation, sometimes leading to amputation.
Drs. Shah and Cantazaro say diabetes can be managed. They say it is important for patients to consult a physician and make lifestyle changes like exercising and improving their diet to reduce their blood sugar levels.
NOTICE: This podcast is intended for general informational purposes only. The information provided in this podcast does not constitute legal or medical advice and does not ensure a successful outcome. This podcast does not substitute for the advice of a physician or other health care professional. Consulting a personal physician is always a good practice when faced with health issues to obtain specific medical advice taking into consideration each person’s medical situation. Persons should not rely on this information when dealing with personal health matters; rather medical advice from their own personal physician should be sought. Although TMA has attempted to present materials that are accurate and useful, some material may be outdated and TMA shall not be liable to anyone for any inaccuracy, error, or omission, regardless of cause, or for any damages resulting therefrom.
Certain links provided with this information may connect to websites maintained by third parties. TMA has no control over these websites, or the information, goods or services provided by third parties. TMA shall have no liability for any use or reliance by a user on these third-party websites or information provided by third parties.
This podcast is also not intended to establish medical standards of care for the purposes of litigation, including expert testimony. The standard of care is dependent upon the particular facts and circumstances of each individual case and no generalization can be made that would apply to all cases.