Minority populations are especially prone to developing kidney disease due to the higher incidence of high blood pressure. of people with diabetes have some form of nerve damage. When the nerves and blood supply are severely affected than lower limb amputations can occur. Due to the lack of blood supply to the penis and nerve damage, many men with diabetes have problem with sexual performance. Control of blood sugar and blood pressure can help diabetes induced impotence

Gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD, occurs when the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) does not close properly and stomach contents leak back, or reflux, into the esophagus. The LES is a ring of muscle at the bottom of the esophagus that acts like a valve between the esophagus and stomach. The esophagus carries food from the mouth to the stomach. When refluxed stomach acid touches the lining of the esophagus, it causes a burning sensation in the chest or throat called heartburn.

The most serious complication long-term complication of LASIK surgery has been keratectasia. Keratectasia is progressive thinning and distortion of the cornea resulting in anthing from mild to severe astigmatism. This can occur when the early stages of "conical cornea" or keratoconus are not detected prior to surgery. The Orbscan II at Fendalton Eye Clinic is the most sensitive method currently available for detection of early keratoconus or subtle abnormalities of the cornea.

Practice tight diabetes control. The American Diabetes Association recommends maintaining as close to normal glucose levels as possible. This means between 70 and 120 mg/dl before meals and 180 mg/dl after meals, with glycated hemoglobin level less that 7 percent. Studies show people with diabetes who do so have 75% fewer eye diseases, 50 % reduced risk of kidney disease, and 66% fewer nerve disease. Check with your physician about your individual goals.

far as medical science can determine at this time, there are no long-term complications associated with vasectomy. Recent reports in the lay press have focused attention on scientific studies that raise the question of an increased risk of heart disease or an increased risk of prostate cancer. The current consensus is there is no clear proven risk between vasectomy and other health conditions.

Hardening of the arteries (atherosclerosis). It can cause coronary artery disease, peripheral arterial disease, a stroke, or a heart attack. Diabetic retinopathy. This is a type of eye disease that has no early symptoms but can lead to vision loss. Diabetic nephropathy. This is kidney disease that has no early symptoms but can lead to kidney failure. Diabetic neuropathy.

Yes. There can be possible long-term complications with both types of ear infections if not treated properly. The list of complications that can arise from improperly treated swimmer's ear are chronic otitis externa, narrowing of the ear canal that would affect hearing and future infections, facial infections, and, in the immune challenged, malignant otitis externa.

Gastric bypass patients must be willing to subscribe to life-long medical monitoring, adhere to significantly modified eating habits and take long-term vitamin and mineral supplements to overcome the micro-nutrient deficiencies caused by malabsorption.

with any surgery, there is a risk of complications after hip replacement surgery. However, they are quite rare… driving on an Interstate highway is probably more dangerous. To reduce the risk of infection, we take special precautionary measures in the operating room, and use powerful antibiotics. Our personnel are limited to fully trained and experienced nurses and technicians.

The Roux-en-Y Gastric Bypass (Rygb)and the Biliopancreatic Diversion with Duodenal Switch (BPD/DS) both carry a very small possibility for nutritional problems which can be avoided. Therefore it is very important that you take your vitamin and mineral supplements everyday and have your laboratory tests checked as instructed. The gastric band carries no nutritional risk, but we recommend a daily multivitamin.

Over time, high blood sugar can cause complications such as problems with your eyes, heart, blood vessels, nerves, and kidneys. High blood sugar also makes you more likely to get serious illnesses or infection. Complications can lead to blindness, kidney failure, removal of a limb (amputation), heart attack, stroke, and death. This is why it is so important to keep your blood sugar in your target range.

Heart disease can cause chest pain (also called angina) or shortness of breath when you exercise. You may have other symptoms, such as dizziness or lightheadedness, shoulder or stomach pain, or a racing heartbeat. Some people don't have any symptoms until they have a heart attack or stroke. Circulation problems in your legs and feet (peripheral arterial disease) can cause changes in skin color, decreased sensation, and leg cramps during exercise.

Having persistently high blood sugar over time. The higher your blood sugar and the longer it remains too high, the greater your risk of developing complications. Having the disease for a long time. The longer you have diabetes, the more likely you are to develop complications, even if blood sugar levels are controlled. Diabetic retinopathy develops in more than 60% of the people with type 2 diabetes by 20 years after diagnosis.

In general, keeping your blood sugar levels in a normal or near-normal range can prevent or slow the worsening of your complication and reduce the risk of developing new ones. Keeping blood sugar under control can help protect your vision and kidney function even before you develop any symptoms of eye or kidney complications. You should see your health professional regularly to review your treatment and to have screening exams and tests for complications.