Cardiovascular Disease

Cardiovascular Disease

Cardiovascular disease is common among people with diabetes. The term “cardiovascular disease” describes many conditions affecting circulation in the body:Heart disease results when blood circulating to the heart is slowed or stopped because of a blocked vesselHeart...
Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)

Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)

More than half of all persons with diabetes have a condition called hypertension, defined as blood pressure higher than 140/90 mmHg. Left untreated, these patients can develop heart disease, stroke, retinopathy (eye disease), kidney disease, nerve damage, and even...
Dyslipidemia (High Cholesterol)

Dyslipidemia (High Cholesterol)

Have you ever been told that you have bad or unhealthy cholesterol levels? If so, your doctor might have used the term “dyslipidemia” to describe your condition. Dyslipidemia covers more than just bad cholesterol, however. It also describes an excess of triglycerides—...
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