Diabetes Surgery Explores Weight Cut for Diabetics
Cristina Iaboni sought a remedy beyond insulin and drugs and joined a study on gastric bypass for diabetics who are only overweight. The project, led by Dr. Philip Schauer at the Cleveland Clinic, tests whether stomach reduction can push blood sugar to normal without medication, even for BMIs as low as 27. The study aims to compare surgical remission against medical management in 150 participants. Costs range from 14,000 to 26,000 dollars.
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Diabetes social costs and managing them in daily life
Diabetics face social biases and privacy issues while navigating work dating and school. The piece notes myths about diabetes, legal protections, and the need for self care and supportive networks. It emphasizes blood sugar awareness, discreet monitoring, and the importance of a knowledgeable support circle.
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Understanding Marfan Syndrome and Its Impact on Health
About 40,000 Americans may have Marfan syndrome a life threatening connective tissue disorder. It affects the heart aorta blood vessels bones eyes and other systems. People with the condition are often tall with long limbs and flexible joints.
Marfan syndrome research offers hope for aorta widening
Justin Phillips and his sons Gregory and Douglas have Marfan syndrome. A US and Canada trial tests two drugs to slow aorta enlargement in affected youths. Parents say trial is simple and safe, with ongoing cardiology care and echocardiograms.
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Study prompts family to enroll in Marfan clinical trial
Four family members are involved in urging their father to join an adult Marfan syndrome study. The National Marfan Foundation invites participation via marfan.org under Clinical Trial. Additional opportunities and questions for children may be found at nih child health site and clinical studies.
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