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High Blood Sugar and Vision: The Eye Opening Connection

Posted on by Jesse Santiano, M.D.

High blood sugar can adversely affect eye health for both diabetics and those with normal levels. Complications include lens swelling, blurred vision, diabetic retinopathy, cataracts, glaucoma, retinal detachment, and dry eyes. Preventive measures like blood sugar control, a healthy diet, and regular eye exams are crucial to safeguarding vision.

Gout and Metabolic Syndrome

Posted on by Jesse Santiano, M.D.

This article is a segment of a multi-part series about the multiple medical conditions associated with metabolic syndrome. For an introduction about the Metabolic Syndrome (MetS), see Part 1. Part 2 discusses MetS and its association with some pulmonary disease conditions. This section talks about MetS and its relationship with gout, obstructive sleep apnea, and…