Heart & Vascular

Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death among people with diabetes, yet much of the population remains unaware of the risk. Chronic hyperglycemia (high blood glucose levels) can cause arteries to narrow and/or lose elasticity, and high cholesterol levels can clog arteries with fat deposits. People with type 1 diabetes who have also developed some degree of insulin resistance may be at an increased risk for heart problems, as insulin resistance has been associated with cardiovascular problems.

Diabetes & Heart Disease Atherosclerosis is a narrowing of the arteries caused by a build up of cholesterol that can eventually block blood flow and lead to coronary artery disease.	Congestive Heart Failure Congestive heart failure (CHF) occurs when excess fluid starts to leak into the lungs, causing breathing difficulties, fatigue and weakness, and sleeping problems.
What is Cholesterol? Cholesterol is a soft, waxy substance found among the lipids (fats) in the bloodstream and in all cells.	Endothelial Dysfunction Endothelial dysfunction, the other "ED," is nothing to be shy about.
Heart Attack Understand the causes, risk factors, prevention, and treatment options for heart attacks.	Stroke & Diabetes Stroke is an attack on the brain usually caused by blockage of the arteries or blood vessels that lead to the brain.
Peripheral Vascular Disease Peripheral vascular disease (PVD) is a common complication for many people over the age of 50. Learn more about it.	Hypertension & Diabetes Hypertension, or high blood pressure, stems from narrow arteries and causes a build up in blood pressure within the arteries.
Heart Disease & Sexual Health Erectile dysfunction and cardiovascular disease share many of the same risk factors.

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Dream Diabetes Devices

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by Brenda Bell

Because today's going to be a bit busy to be doing actual art (and because I just saw STAR TREK: Into Darkness yesterday), I'm going to take the Diabetes Blog Week wildcard: "Tell us what your fantasy diabetes device would be? Think of your dream blood glucose checker, delivery system for insulin or other meds, magic carb counter, etc etc etc. The sky is the limit — what...

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