This month’s theme day here at the Science and Health Channel is mens health. Gloria over at Cancer Commentary was so gracious as to host it. And next week just happens to be National mens health week. I have decided to talk about a topic that my male patients whisper about and doctors don’t openly inquire about.
Did you know high blood sugars can directly effect your sex life? That’s right Mr. Macho, I’m talking to you. It is something I have personally never put more than 2 minutes of thought into. But because of being diabetic, …read more

Being a nurse, patients share their symptoms and concerns about diabetes on a daily basis. One of the most consistent complaints is numbness in the hands and feet, known as diabetic neuropathy.

Diabetic neuropathy, nerve damage, occurs in people who have had diabetes because their blood sugar level is higher than normal. Over time, high blood sugar levels damage the blood vessels and nerves.
It can be painful and everyday activities become major inconveniences. Just imagine having to ask for help to walk to the bathroom or open a piece of mail . How frustrating. I don’t even like …read more