In order to understand diabetes you have to understand your blood. This is the way I explained diabetes to my patients. Hopefully, you will understand what we’re trying to do to control your diabetes. I want you to think of cotton candy. If you have ever eaten cotton candy you know that it is nothing but blown sugar. In the
July 20, 2022
Try to remember that caring for others in our lives can be incredibly satisfying, extremely negative, and a little bit of everything in-between. All of this is to be expected. Caregiving frustrations also mean there are better days and tolerable days and even joyful days ahead. Feeling frustration when you
July 15, 2022
It seems like yesterday…we were all locked in our homes, worried about COVID, missing our families, and concerned about our seniors. Remember the news? But today, so much has changed. Things seem so virtual. The words Virtual reality seem to be the biggest sellers but everyone knows that what is
July 13, 2022
Your grief is real. As a physician assistant, I often saw patients come in with their spouses. After giving them an unsettling diagnosis, the spouse wanted the best for them and genuinely loved them. I wanted the best for them, too. As we would discuss treatment plans, the patient might
July 11, 2022
When an elderly person cannot make responsible decisions any longer, the court can and will appoint a guardian to make sure financial and medical decisions can be made. These are not cheap and do not expect them to happen quickly. “I can’t afford a guardianship” means you should not even
May 13, 2022
.You do not wait on urinary tract infections. When you see these signs, act quickly. Typical Symptoms of Urinary Tract Infections Urine that appears cloudy or dark Bloody or pink urine Low Back Pain Strong or foul-smelling urine Frequent or urgent need to urinate Pain or burning during urination Feelings
May 11, 2022
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) aren’t just a nuisance in the senior population—they can cause serious health problems. A UTI occurs when bacteria in the urethra, bladder, or kidneys multiply in the urine. This bacteria starts on the outside and moves up into the bladder and if not caught in time,
