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How do I lose 50 lbs with diabetes?

I have type 2 diabetes and high blood pressure. What is the best way for me to lose 50 lbs?
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How often should diabetes patients get their eyes checked?

I have diabetes and I would like to know how often should I get my eyes checked?
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I keep getting blockages in my nostrils. Would I need surgery?

I frequently have nasal blockages. They usually settle on their own, but my doctors says that I may need surgery if they keep happening. Would I really need surgery?
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What is the treatment for Hashimito's thyroiditis?

My son has been diagnosed with Hashimito's thyroiditis disorder. How is this disease usually treated? My son is out of the house and taking care of it on his own.
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When is one recommended insulin injections?

In case of type 2 diabetes, when is a person recommended insulin injections? Please advice.
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What are empty calories? How can I avoid them?

What are empty calories? Do they harm my body in any way?
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Is sleep apnea curable with surgery?

I have been suffering from sleep apnea. Is there a surgery that can help in treating this?
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Why do I hear a cracking sound in my knees? Is something wrong with me?

I can hear a strange cracking sound in my knees. Is this a sign of aging, or could this be a different condition entirely?
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Does taking metformin for a long time affect the body?

I have been taking metformin for over 7 years. I haven't experienced any serious side effects, but I was wondering, it I'm taking this medication for a long period of time, would...
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What is the best natural medicine for stopping loose motions?

I have been experiencing loose motions, and I'm not sure why and how they're happening so frequently. What is the best medication to take for this?
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How can I keep my energy up while taking chemo?

I have been taking chemo with a pill for some time now. Feeling great but trying to get my energy level high like it used to be what’s the best thing to eat or drink to get it...
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Possible bleach water on yams. Could this be a problem?

I had some boiled yams in a pot sitting in the sink covered up with a strainer, forgot they were there and had poured out a small cleaning bucket (2-3 gallons) with a bit of bleach...
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Can bowel regulators become addictive?

My mother has a problem with impacted stools and now takes bowel regulators and softeners. Now she is just unable to pass motions without it. Is she addicted to these supplements...
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What is the treatment for urinary incontinence?

I am a diabetes patient and am now have issues with urinary incontinence. I can't seem to help it, other than going to the bathroom every five minutes. Is there a treatment for...
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Is there medication that can cure IBS?

My father suffers from IBS. I know that this is a stress-related condition, but is there a way for him to get it under control (or cure it)?
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Can I take herbal medications to treat my heart problems?

Would you recommend someone to try natural and herbal medications for treating heart problems? Is it safe?
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Do I have to take blood thinners for a long period of time?

I was prescribed blood thinners after having a bypass surgery, and I noticed that my prescription was for a large duration of time--which I think is unnecessary. Is this normal...
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Can diabetes increase my risk for a heart attack?

I know type 2 diabetes has a lot of complications associated with it, but I didn't know heart diseases and other heart conditions were included in that. Can diabetes put me at...
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What is mindful eating and how does it help?

I've heard of mindful eating, but I'm not really sure of what it involves. What exactly is this and how does it help?
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What is the treatment for mouth ulcers?

I have an ulcer inside my mouth and it's causing me a lot of pain. What is the best way to treat mouth ulcers? Should I just use OTC medication?
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