CGM can detect recurrent hypoglycemic episodes, including nocturnal or “silent” hypoglycemia, and can reveal glycemic variability, which in itself is now understood to be problematic. CGM can detect severe fluctuations on an hourly basis, which cannot be captured using A1c measurements. CGM can als...
The final cause of elevated LDL-P is genetics. Familial hypercholesterolemia, or FH, involves a mutation of a gene that codes for the LDL receptor or the gene that codes for apolipoprotein B (ApoB). The LDL receptor sits on the outside of cells; the LDL particle has to attach to the ...
Note: Several studies indicate that excess sugar intake can result in increased fat, especially in the stomach region and liver, increasing HbA1c and the risk for diabetes. [8]Elevated glucose despite normal HbA1c Because an FBG test measures your levels at a single point, it's more s...
Diabetes mellitus, commonly referred to asdiabetes, is a chronic metabolic disorder characterized by elevated blood glucose levels, which can lead to various health complications. There are different types of diabetes, with the most common being type 1 and type 2 diabetes. What causes diabetes? The...
but an improved once-daily formulation with an aim to improve tolerability profile is currently under assessment [27]. Another oral, non-peptide GLP-1 RA (lotiglipron) has also been withdrawn from development as in early phase clinical trials resulted in elevated liver enzymes which could indicat...
There are several ways to achieve an elevated head. Most often, people use awedge pillow, which is effective. One study found that actually raising the bed itself with the use of blocks was preferred by people and might work better to control symptoms.4 ...
Head trauma: Limited research has found thatconcussionsin adolescence, especially multiple ones, are associated with an elevated risk of developing MS in the future.18 Infectious Factors and MS Many scientific studies suggest that infectious agents (e.g., viruses and bacteria) are the likely environ...
They can include pain in the chest, jaw, back, or arm, particularly on the left side; fainting, and an irregular heartbeat. What Is the Treatment for Heart Disease? Can You Die from It? The treatment for heart disease depends on the cause. Some conditions may be treated with diet, ...
Too much LDL cholesterol in your blood can cause a type of heart disease calledatherosclerosis.5 This is a condition in which the flow of blood to the heart muscle is slowed. It can even stop blood from getting to the heart altogether, increasing your risk of aheart attackor stroke. ...
A low TSH often means a person has an elevated level of thyroid hormones. A low TSH level—below 0.4 mU/L—indicates an overactive thyroid, also known as hyperthyroidism. This means your body is producing an excess amount of thyroid hormone. ...