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Skin Signs of Insulin Resistance

Posted on by Jesse Santiano, M.D.

The underlying problem in Type 2 or adult-onset diabetes is insulin resistance. Insulin resistance is not routinely tested but can manifest in the skin. Read on to see if someone you know may be at risk for diabetes. Many are unaware that they have the beginnings of  Type 2 diabetes. Years before a person is…

Adult Acne as a Sign of Early Diabetes

Posted on by Jesse Santiano, M.D.

This article is to raise awareness about why acne may be a sign of early diabetes. The Teenage Years During the teenage years, the body needs to produce more cells to grow fast. Insulin is necessary to help build-up the body.  Insulin stores and uses the carbohydrates, fats, and proteins to make more cells. Insulin…