Posted in Definition on 13. Jul, 2010
Question by hotmoma1: What are early signs of diabetes? And what kind of testing is done to check for it?
I bruise easily and was told it could be a sign of diabetes. I am only 27. Also what do doctors do to test for diabetes?
Also I get light headed sometimes, hotflashes, can go from happy [...]
Posted in Definition on 04. Jul, 2010
Question by John D: How can you check if you have diabetes without seeing a doctor?
I’m 19, I’m worried I may have diabetes and I don’t have health coverage/insurance so I can’t go see a doctor. Is there a cheap way to check if you have it without having to go see a doctor?
Thanks for [...]
Posted in Types on 21. Jun, 2010
Question by Princess Fiona: Do I have to see an M.D. to check my eyes for diabetic retinopathy?
Or can I just have my optometrist check them when I go for my glasses and contacts exam? I know I have diabetes and I know I should get my eyes checked once a year.
Best answer:
Answer by TOASTEEOptometrist [...]
Posted in Definition on 06. Apr, 2010
I have been having some symptoms of diabetes for the past couple of weeks. I have been drinking tons of water and going to the bathroom nonstop. I have also had some blurred vision, shortness of breath, and nausea. I have a doctors appointment this week and I was wondering if anyone knew how they [...]
Posted in Definition on 21. Mar, 2010
I’m 19, I’m worried I may have diabetes and I don’t have health coverage/insurance so I can’t go see a doctor. Is there a cheap way to check if you have it without having to go see a doctor?
Thanks for the tips guys but I don’t know anyone close to me who has diabetes, none [...]
