Blog Posts in July, 2019

Impact of Stress on Blood Glucose Levels

I still get surprised when patients get surprised when I tell them that stress and emotions can affect their blood sugars. In most cases it will raise the blood sugars, but occasionally it may drop them. Remember the stress hormone is cortisol. By now most of you know that glucocorticoids -a type of steroids (prednisone and cortisone) similar to cortisol causes resistance to the actions of insulin ...

Diabetic Neuropathy

Diabetic neuropathy is a type of nerve abnormality that can develop in individuals with diabetes . It is a common yet serious complication of diabetes. It can be prevented or ameliorated by tight control of blood sugars. Diabetic neuropathy most commonly damages nerves in the lower extremities but can damage nerves throughout the body. In some individuals the symptoms are mild, but for others, the ...

Living Well With Diabetes Newsletter Summer 2019

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Glucose Sensors

Patients always ask me if there is a way to check their blood sugars without pricking their fingers. I am so glad after saying no for over 20 years I can finally offer the use of glucose sensors to my patients! There are 3 different types of sensors. The most commonly used sensors are G6 by Dexcom, Freestyle Libre, and Eversense. G6 and Libre are placed on the skin, however, Eversense is ...

Nurse Practitioner Stephanie Devaney Earns Endocrinology Specialist Certification from Duke University

Palm Beach Diabetes and Endocrine Specialists Congratulates Nurse for Recent Certification in Endocrinology Nurse Practitioner Specializing in Endocrinology People who know Nurse Practitioner Stephanie Devaney of Palm Beach Diabetes and Endocrine Specialists call her a compassionate healthcare provider with a desire to excel. Peers and patients alike appreciate her dedication to providing the very ...