DIABETIC SUPPLIES FOR YOU

The Treatment Of Diabetes Using Alternative Medicine

2007-08-16T17:00:00.000-07:00

Although there have been considerable advances in conventional medicine, many people believe strongly in the use of complementary and alternative medicine for many conditions and this is certainly true in the case of diabetes.

Complementary and alternative medicine use a number of products and practices which are not presently considered to be part of the mainstream system of healthcare and the main difference between the two is that complementary medicine is designed to be used alongside conventional treatment while alternative medicine is used instead of conventional treatment.

There are many forms of both complimentary and alternative medicine which are believed to produce beneficial effects but there are others forms can be extremely harmful and, in the case of a potentially serious condition such as diabetes, you should not use either without the knowledge of your doctor. Indeed, you should talk to your doctor about any form of complimentary or alternative medicine which you wish to use so that he can advise you of any possible medical consequences of such treatment.

There are a large number of different types of complimentary and alternative therapy for diabetes including:

1. Guided Imagery. Guided imagery is technique which relaxes the mind and body and develops an awareness of, and an ability to deal with, the body's response to pain using peaceful images. This can be particularly useful for diabetes suffering with nerve damage.

2. Acupuncture. Acupuncture involves the insertion of needles into different parts of the body and can be used to trigger the release of natural chemical painkillers. It can be especially helpful for diabetes suffering with often painful nerve damage (neuropathy).

3. Magnesium. The exact part played by magnesium in controlling diabetes is poorly understood but it is known that this mineral, which is found in green leaf vegetables, whole grain foods and nuts, plays an important role in many of the body's functions including functions of the nerves, heart, muscles and bones. It also plays a part in the helping the body to handle glucose and low levels of magnesium are often found in people suffering from diabetes.

4. Ginseng. Ginseng has become very popular popularity recently for the treatment of a whole range of different conditions and is sold widely. There is some evidence from studies using American ginseng that it can reduce glucose levels, but this evidence is not strong enough yet to say just how effective it is as a form of therapy. One problem with ginseng is that it comes in a variety of different forms and strengths and nobody really knows just what amount or strength is needed for therapeutic purposes.

Whatever form of complimentary or alternative medicine you would like to try it is important to remember that you treating a serious and potentially life-threatening condition and that you should consult your doctor before trying any form of therapy.

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Long Term Complications of Diabetes

2007-08-11T11:34:00.000-07:00

Diabetes is often easy to ignore especially in the early stages. The body will appear to work well. But what actually happens is that the excess glucose in the blood keeps eroding the inner lining of the blood vessel threatening major organs like heart, nerves, eyes and kidneys. Though you may not feel the effects right away, you will eventually feel it.

Compared with people who don’t have diabetes people with diabetes are

Two to four times more likely to die of heart attack
Two to four times more likely to have a stroke
Likely to become blind
Likely to suffer kidney failure
Likely to have gangrene of the feet

If the blood glucose is maintained close to normal you can reduce the risks of complications. Diabetes can cause both short term and long term complications.
The long term complications of diabetes include

Coronary artery disease
Stroke
Peripheral arterial disease
Nerve Damage (Neuropathy)
Kidney damage ( Nephropathy)
Eye damage ( Retinopathy)
Increased risk of infection

Coronary artery disease
Coronary artery disease is the leading cause of death in people with diabetes. Diabetes causes narrowing of the blood vessels by a process called atherosclerosis. When the blood vessels to the heart get narrowed down the blood flow is obstructed and it causes chest pain and heart attack. It is usually treated with aspirin, cholesterol lowering drugs and blood pressure drugs.

Stroke
Stroke is another long term complication of diabetes which occurs when the blood supply to apart of your brain is interrupted or severely reduced and the brain tissue is deprived of oxygen and nutrients. Within a few minutes to few hours, brain cells begin to die. The interruption can be from a clogged or blocked blood vessel (ischemic stroke) or from a leaking or ruptured blood vessel (hemorrhagic stroke). Ischemic stroke is more common.

Peripheral arterial disease
With peripheral arterial disease the arteries supplying the limbs, more commonly the legs, becomes clogged or partially blocked due to atherosclerosis. It causes pain, cramping in the legs while walking. The treatment includes control of cholesterol and high blood pressure and surgery to bypass obstructed vessels.

Nerve damage (Neuropathy)

High levels of blood glucose can damage the delicate nerves. Excess glucose weakens walls of the tiny blood vessels that nourish the nerves.

Damage to the sensory nerves may leave you unable to perceive pain, warmth, coolness and texture.
Damage of the autonomic nerve can increase the heart rate and in men can interfere with their ability to have erection.
Damage of the motor nerves causes weakness of the muscles.

The symptoms include tingling feeling, numbness, burning pain, stabbing and aching pain, a crawling sensation. It is treated with pain relievers, Capsaicin, acupuncture, biofeedback and relaxation exercises.

Kidney Damage (Nephropathy)
Diabetes damages the filtering system of the kidneys. Up to 30% of the diabetics eventually develop kidney disease called nephropathy. The longer you have diabetes, the higher your risk of kidney damage. The signs and symptoms of this long term complication of diabetes include

Swelling of the ankles, feet and hands
Shortness of breath
High blood pressure
Poor appetite
Metallic taste

It is treated with drugs called ACE inhibitors, low protein diet, dialysis and in final stages kidney transplant.

Eye Damage (Retinopathy)

High blood glucose affects the tiny blood vessels in retina of the eye. In fact among the long term complications of diabetes, they are the first to be affected. Almost every one with Type I diabetes and 60% of those with Type II diabetes have some sort of eye damage. The signs and symptoms of this long term complication of diabetes include

Tiny specks floating in your vision
Blurred vision
Dark spot in the centre of the vision
Flashes of light
Poor night vision
Blindness

There are two types – non-proliferative which is more common and the proliferative types. The eye damage is treated with laser procedures and surgery.

Increased risk of infections
High blood glucose impairs the immune system putting you at a higher risk of infection. Your gums, lungs, skin, feet, bladder and genitals are the common infection sites. The signs and symptoms of this long term complication of diabetes depend on the site of infection.

Gums- redness and bleeding
Bladder – frequent urination and burning sensation while passing urine
Vagina- itching
Foot- redness and pus collection

They are usually treated with antibiotics. In severe infection of the foot, debridement is done.

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Insulin - A Beginner's Guide to The Basics

2007-07-31T16:08:00.000-07:00

You just received the news that your doctor is adding insulin to your diabetes treatment plan. The use of insulin to control your diabetes can be confusing and intimidating. It doesn't have to be. Using insulin is a positive experience because it helps you to manage your diabetes.

The first thing to remember is that insulin is not a punishment in any form. If you are using insulin, it is because insulin is absent from your body, or your body still makes insulin but it is not enough. Sometimes oral meds are no longer working, so insulin is added to your treatment plan. Your doctor will discuss your dosing requirements with you.

Insulin injections are nothing to be afraid of, even for people that are fearful of needles. Modern technology has made the needles so small and thin that the insulin injection is rarely felt. Used correctly in conjunction with your meal plan and exercise, insulin can give you excellent control.

There are many different guides on how to self administer an insulin injection, so this topic won't be covered in this guide. The basics of using insulin are simple, and require knowledge of how insulin works which your doctor should explain to you. Insulin use also requires knowledge of insulin delivery systems, and insulin supplies that will help make your life with insulin a breeze.

Insulin delivery

Insulin delivery systems are a matter of need and choice. Insulin users that have insulin pumps as their delivery system have much different guidelines that won't be covered here. The focus of insulin delivery systems for this article will be on syringes, insulin pens, jet injectors and inhaled insulin.

Dosage amount and syringe size

Insulin syringes and needles come in different sizes. The amount of your insulin dose determines the size of the syringe that you will need to use. If you are taking 30 units or less, a 3/10 cc (30 unit) syringe will work. If you are taking 31 to 50 units, 1/2 cc syringe (50 unit) will be needed. If your dose is 51 units or more, a 1 cc (100 unit) syringe will be necessary. The needle sizes vary for each syringe size. Syringes may be purchased from a pharmacy.

Insulin syringes are disposable, and should be discarded after one use. A bio hazardous container such as a sharps container will be needed to hold discarded syringes. These containers can be obtained from some waste disposal services, and may purchased from any pharmacy. Disposal of sharps containers requires special handling. Your doctor, diabetes educator, or pharmacy should be able to tell you where sharps can be disposed of in your area.

Insulin Vials

Liquid insulin comes in vials and insulin pens. Vials are stored in the refrigerator until use, and are discarded after the insulin is used up, or after 28 days, whichever comes first. Vials hold various amounts of insulin depending on the brand. Insulin is drawn up into the syringe from the vial and can be injected into several areas of the body, usually the thigh or abdomen. Most types of insulin require a prescription.

Insulin pens

Insulin pens are a convenient way to administer insulin. An insulin pen looks like an oversized ink pen, and uses disposable needles. There are two different types of pens. One type is prefilled with 300 units of insulin. The prefilled pen is discarded after the insulin is used up or after 28 days, the same as for vials. The other type uses insulin cartridges, and the cartridges are changed using the same schedule that is used for prefilled pens. Insulin pens are not refrigerated after the first use.

Needles for the insulin pens come in different sizes. Insulin dosages are dialed on the pen in one-half and one unit increments depending on the type of pen used. The result of dosing by pen is fewer dosing errors. Insulin pens are handy, and allow easy dosing for people on the go. Pens are also discreet. It is not recommended that pen needles be used more than once for the same reasons that syringes should not be reused; bacteria and possible infection. Pen needles should be discarded in a sharps container.

Another insulin delivery device that falls into the insulin pen category is called the InnoLet. This device looks like a kitchen timer with a big dial. The InnoLet holds 300 units of insulin and is very handy for people with visual difficulties.

Jet Injectors

Jet injectors release a tiny stream of insulin through the skin by using a mechanism that creates high-pressure air. The injector doesn't use a needle. After the insulin dose is loaded into the injector, the injector is placed against the skin and a button is pressed to release the insulin into the skin. Jet injectors are not very popular among insulin users due to bruising and other factors.

Inhaled Insulin

Exubera, the only insulin that is inhaled, was approved for use by the FDA in January of 2006. Your doctor will advise you if inhaled insulin is an alternative for you to use to treat your diabetes. Exubera comes packaged as a dry powder in blister packs, and the packs are loaded into an inhaler. The insulin is inhaled into the lungs. This method of insulin delivery has some restrictions that should be discussed with your doctor.

Diabetes supplies

After you decide which insulin delivery system you will be using, a carrying case will be needed to carry your insulin, meter and other necessary items. A multitude of diabetes products are on the market to accommodate your needs. Choosing the right products will make the time that you spend on diabetes management more productive. The best way to locate diabetes products is to search for them online, or look in diabetes magazines.

It is important for insulin users to carry a meter and glucose tablets at all times. Insulin can cause “lows” which can lead to unconsciousness if not treated promptly. Insulin users also have to test more frequently than non-insulin users.

Now that you have the insulin basics, you should be confident that you can use insulin proficiently and painlessly as part of your treatment plan. Discuss with your doctor which insulin delivery method is best for you, and start on the road to better diabetes control.

Patti McMann is a freelance writer. She writes on a variety of topics for print and electronic publications. She has a diverse background in many subjects, and majored in business and information technology in college. Patti is the site administrator for Diabetes Voices at http://www.diabetesvoices.com

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Alternative Medicine for Diabetes

2007-07-28T17:05:00.000-07:00

Maybe your doctor recently broke the news that you have diabetes. Or you have learnt that you are at risk of getting diabetes. And so now you are worried – scared of what diabetes will do to you. Worried about the drugs you have to take and their side effects. Its not just you who alone is worrying. There are about 21 million American adults and children who suffer from some form of diabetes. Though insulin and other anti diabetic drugs are available, many are now resorting to alternative medicine.

What exactly is diabetes?

Diabetes is condition in which the glucose in your blood is higher than normal either because the hormone insulin is not secreted at all or whatever insulin is secreted does not work properly. This increased blood glucose affects almost all the important organs in our body including the heart and kidney. It is said that diabetes is the sixth leading cause of death. Insulin and oral anti diabetic drugs are routinely prescribed to treat diabetes.

Alternative medicine – the new trend

The faith in alternative medicine is rising very steeply and it is estimated that as much as 50% of the American people are using some form of alternative treatment. One of the surveys conducted on alternative medicine concluded that people felt there were added benefits from alternative medicine use, lower cost, and perceived fewer side effects.

The alternative medicine for treating diabetes is basically divided in to two categories:

*Those that can control the blood sugar levels
*Those that help in weight loss and thus indirectly control diabetes.

To control blood sugar levels

Vitamin and mineral supplements help the body to secrete insulin well that helps in controlling diabetes. It is said that minerals like chromium, magnesium, vanadium and zinc help control the blood sugar levels.

Many plant foods decrease the blood sugar levels by virtue of their fiber content among other mechanisms. Some of the popular plant foods that are used to control blood sugar are fenugreek seeds, peas, brewer’s yeast, buckwheat, broccoli, garlic, ginger, ginseng, hawthorn, nettle and okra.

To control weight

Type II diabetes is associated with obesity. It is said that maintaining optimum weight is the single most important factor in controlling blood sugar in Type II diabetes. People use many substances as part of alternative treatment to bring down their weight and thus indirectly control diabetes. Some of the popular substances used to control weight are extract of Hoodia gordonii, chitosan, camsogia garcinia, pyruvate, germander, Momordica charanta, Sauropus androgynus and aristolochic acid.

The other alternative therapies being used to treat diabetes are - faith healing, reflexology, macrobiosis, astrotherapy (tying pieces of coral around the arms), pearl therapy (oyster pearls boiled in milk and then drinking the liquid), meditation, ayurveda and homeopathy.

Markus writes and publishes articles about Alternative medicine for diabetes, and other unbiased topics.

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What Diabetic Meters are Approved by Medicare?

2007-07-12T01:18:00.000-07:00

There are two parts to Medicare coverage: Part A, which covers in-patient hospital care expenses and Part B, which covers medically necessary outpatient expenses. Diabetes testing supplies are deemed to be medically necessary under Medicare Part B. On January 1, 2005, Medicare increased its benefits for diabetic supplies. Medicare now covers yearly on-site testing and necessary supplies for the daily monitoring and managing of diabetes. Diabetics with full Medicare coverage can get glucose monitors, test strips and lancets for up to 80% off once they’ve met the yearly deductible. Many diabetic suppliers offer free testing supplies to Medicare recipients. To find out more about getting free diabetic supplies, talk to your doctor or your Medicare administrator.

Most people diagnosed with diabetes will need a diabetic meter (aka glucose meter) for daily monitoring of glucose levels. There are many different types of meters available, with differences in processing abilities and functionality. Since every glucose meter is different, you should talk to your physician about which one would work best for you. Things to think about when using a diabetic meter are the size of the tester, the speed and display properties, its ability to store test results, and the amount of blood required for a test. You should also consider the cost of the test strips, since this will be an ongoing cost associated with your daily glucose testing. Newer models have features such as alternative site testing, automatic timing, and error codes. There are also meters now for the visual impaired, featuring large display screens or spoken instructions.

There are some meters available over the counter, without a prescription. To get a free diabetic meter, you will probably need a prescription from your doctor and a health insurance policy. There are at least 25 brands of meters available to the public for purchase. Some popular brands are FreeStyle, Accu-Check and OneTouch. All glucose meters on the market should be FDA approved. Medicare plans vary by state, so you should check with your Medicare administrator to find out which glucose meters are covered by your plan.

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Diabetes Supply

2007-07-03T01:26:00.000-07:00

Diabetes Supply has often been an issue of where is the best place to get your supplies and what's the best place as far as cost. Obviously you have seen the television advertising for Liberty Medical Diabetes Supply.

When it comes to advertising for Diabetes Supply, no one comes close to Liberty Medical. There are other outlets where you can obtain your diabetic supplies and at reasonable rates. Not everyone qualifies for Liberty's Diabetes Supply. They basically work directly with Medicare, so based on your Medicare qualifications you could be turned down.

Diabetic Express com is an online diabetes supplier that may be a good alternative for your insulin, lancet, test strips, and pump supplies. They offer discount prices on over 1,000 items and accept Medicare and private insurance. They supply only the brands and products you want. They have pharmacists on staff to interact with you for fast accurate service. And they offer a 30 day money back guarantee.

Diabetic Supplies.com is another diabetes supply online that specializes primarily in lancets, test strips, and test meters.

After you complete the online diabetes supply enrollment form, or call, the online diabetes supply companies listed above can verify your diabetes supply benefits with your insurance and obtain an authorization from your doctor. Every three months, with your authorization, they will mail your diabetes supply order, including blood glucose meter strips, directly to your door, free of charge. They will explain your diabetes supply benefits prior to shipping your first order.

Diabetes supply is a necessary function that thousands of people need and require in order to live a healthy life. If you have diabetes and require diabetes supplies, be sure to check your blood count often and find a diabetes supply company that fits your needs for accuracy, timeliness, and price.

It's possible you can qualify for a free diabetes supply today. Just apply and see for yourself how easy it can be to live life the way you want it to be.

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Getting the Best Deal on Diabetic Supplies

2007-07-03T01:23:00.000-07:00

For everyone who is diabetic it is very important to be aware of his or her blood glucose readings and never fail to keep up with them. This tracking of blood glucose readings usually requires a whole armory of diabetic testing supplies. Diabetics should always have on hand these diabetic supplies. The common diabetic supplies include an accurate glucometer, alcohol wipes, lancets, and test strips.

Depending on the type of your insurance, you may be able to choose where to take your diabetic supplies. For example, at first Medicare and Medicaid will cover the expenses for your diabetic supplies. The trick is that if you happen to damage your diabetic supplies, they may not allow you to take more diabetic supplies for a certain period. So, if you lose your diabetic supplies or if you destroy them in any way, you will not be able to take new diabetic supplies. This is because the period of time has not expired according to the standards set by your insurance plan.

This problem stands in a different manner if you do not have insurance. If you have insurance, it will cover most of the expenses for the diabetic supplies. However, if you have no insurance, the diabetic supplies will be at your expenses. This means that you should search for the best deal. Nowadays, online medical stores are available. Such stores are libertymedical.com, diabeticsupplies.com and diabeticexpress.com. They all offer diabetic supplies at low price. In addition, they offer answers to any question you may ask about their products.

Most of these online shopping companies offer free delivery for their products. You can even order up to three-month provision of diabetic supplies with just one order. In this way, you will be always sure that you have enough diabetic supplies available.

If you prefer to buy your diabetic medications together with the diabetic supplies, you can order them online with the new service the company Liberty Medical offers. The prescription medications service is available in order not to waste time by shopping online.

I think it is not necessary to remind how important for every diabetic is to have diabetic supplies available. Ask your physician about the regular basis of the blood glucose levels. Then, keep your blood glucose levels on this regular basis, as this is the only way to control this chronic disease. Monitoring of blood glucose levels is only possible with diabetic supplies. Your diabetic supplies should be always somewhere around you.

It is very important to test your blood glucose levels often enough. You have to be always sure that your blood glucose is not too high or too low. If the blood glucose levels are either too high or too low, something must be done. For insulin dependant diabetics the blood glucose reading is necessary because in this way they get to know what quantity of insulin is needed. You can be sure that diabetic treatment is working only by blood glucose testing.

Testing is best way to cope with the diabetic disease and that is why having on hand enough diabetic supplies is so important. Of course, some diabetic medications and food diabetic diets will be necessary but can only be sure that they are effective if you test your blood glucose levels with your diabetic supplies. With proper diabetic supplies, diabetes is an entirely manageable disease.

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What to Know about Diabetes Supplies

2007-07-02T03:56:00.000-07:00

Being diagnosed with diabetes doesn't necessarily mean a drastic change in lifestyle, but merely an adaptation. One of those will be the need, if you require daily insulin injections, will be for proper diabetes supplies that should help maintain the lifestyle that you're currently used to.
Diabetes supplies can and do include everything from the obvious to the not so obvious. Some basics include insulin, which must be refrigerated, syringes, needles, some style of blood glucose monitor, testing strips and lancets. A lancet is used on alternating fingertips to produce a drop of blood for testing. A drop of blood is placed on a test strip and then inserted into the blood glucose monitor. Other, not to obvious supplies might include diabetic socks or stockings, or anti-embolism stockings known as T.E.D.S, diabetic skin care products and even shoes. Foot care is especially important for diabetics, so make sure that you give extra special attention to your feet on a daily basis.
A blood glucose monitor is high on a diabetes supplies 'must-have' list. This device 'reads' the glucose level in a drop of blood that is typically applied to a test strip by the diabetic. Chemicals on the test strip react with the glucose within the blood drop, and within a few seconds, this machine will be able to tell you what your current blood sugar rate is. It's common for most doctors to require their diabetic patients to check their blood sugar anywhere from two to four times a day. Make sure you maintain a good amount of certain diabetes supplies so that you never run out.
Insulin is just one of many diabetes supplies that you'll need a prescription for. This liquid needs to be kept refrigerated. When traveling, pack in an igloo with ice blocks until it can be refrigerated again. Airplanes have refrigerators as well as most hotel rooms. Check your medical plan to see which items your particular insurance will offer coverage for. Medicare is now making it possible for diabetics to receive diabetes supplies, and many pharmacies and supply companies will arrange for delivery of diabetes supplies right to your front door.
If you're required to take insulin injections, diabetes supplies offer a wide range of needle sizes that make self-injecting painless. You'll need a supply of syringes and diabetic needles; a new needle for every injection, and a red, biohazard 'Sharps' container in which to dispose of used needles.
Being diagnosed with diabetes doesn't have to mean a total change in lifestyle, but it does mean having to adapt to new needs and habits. The bulk of diabetes supplies can be found through medical supply and equipment companies and can be reached via local phone books or on the Internet. As always, shop around for the best deals when it comes to diabetes supplies, and if possible, opt for a company that will ship supplies to you. You have a lot of living to do. Waiting for diabetes supplies shouldn't slow you down.
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Cheap Diabetic Supplies

2007-07-02T03:51:00.000-07:00

Cheap diabetic supplies are great for people who are under insured, have no insurance or just want to save a bit of money. Diabetic supplies by their nature need to be replenished every month or so, so it makes sense to save money on the cheapest supplies available. This does not mean that the supplies are sub-standard but just that they are marketed in a different way to the normal channels that allows savings to be passed onto the consumer.
Diabetic supplies include a testing meter, test strips, lancets, syringes, alcohol swabs and sugar tablets.

The meter is a one off purchase. It will last for many years but the other items will have to be replenished every month or so.

Test strips can only be used once and then need to be disposed of. You can buy a month or more supply at a great saving to the pharmacy cost by searching on line. The same goes for lancets, syringes, alcohol swabs and sugar tablets.

Many on line distributors will sell the products as a kit that includes all the renewable items. They send out a months supply and if you renew the subscription they increase the number of items as a bonus. This means that you will have plenty of strips, syringes and swabs for the month at a much reduced price. The kit will also be delivered to your door so that there is no fuss getting into shops or pharmacies.

Once a person has developed a routine in treating their diabetes and they know how much equipment they need it makes sense to use an on line supplier. First, it is cheaper and secondly, it is convenient.

Many of these companies will send a bonus blood reading meter if you subscribe to their monthly kit offer. This means you can get all the equipment you need to monitor your blood sugar level and diabetes for the cost of a monthly subscription.

If you can't afford diabetic supplies it is a good idea to contact your local health authority as there are a number of ways to get an assistance program to help with your diabetes.
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