Diabetes Management

What Is Diabetes?

Caused by elevated blood sugar, diabetes is a medical condition in which a lack of insulin or insulin resistance can contribute to many chronic health issues. Diabetes can result in serious long-term damage to the eyes, kidneys, heart, and more if left untreated. Although it can affect any individual at any age, the disease most commonly affects adults over the age of 45.

To diagnose diabetes, primary care physician Dr. Roger Estevez will conduct a simple blood test known as a fasting blood sugar screen to measure how much glucose is found in the blood. A healthy blood sugar level is a reading of 100 or less, 100-125 may indicate pre-diabetes, and 125 or higher could mean that the person is likely diabetic. An AIC blood test, which averages blood sugar levels over 2-3 months, can determine whether your diabetes is under control or requires further medical care. Schedule a visit at Internal Medicine Las Vegas Nevada in Las Vegas, NV for more information.

What Are The Benefits Of Diabetes Management?

Diabetes can be a severe and debilitating condition if left untreated. Managing diabetes is essential for living the life you want to lead now and into the future. Dr. Estevez and the experts at Internal Medicine Las Vegas Nevada are ready to help you with a customized diabetes management plan. Potential benefits of diabetes management in Las Vegas, NV include:

How Does Diabetes Management Work?

To better control diabetes, we advise our patients to do the following:

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Diabetes Management Reviews

Anthony Canedo
Anthony Canedo
2023-11-23
Dr. Roger’s office is wonderful! They get me appointments as quick as possible and he is very smart and insightful. The office is also very clean and the other staff are very nice/respectful. 10/10 would recommend!
yousef Miri
yousef Miri
2023-11-22
I was recommended from a family friend to visit. Dr Estevez was amazing and the atmosphere was very welcoming!!
Clearwater Rosin
Clearwater Rosin
2023-11-22
Great staff, great environment. My appointment was smooth and effortless. I highly recommend for anyone in the Valley or Visiting!
Ismary Camacho
Ismary Camacho
2023-09-29

Address Your Diabetes Care

Regardless of your age or your type of diabetes, our experienced providers at Internal Medicine Las Vegas Nevada can help you take control of your life and navigate the unique challenges of living with diabetes here in Las Vegas, NV. To learn more about our diabetic case management services, please reach out to Dr. Roger Estevez at your earliest convenience. There may not be a cure for diabetes, but you can manage it by continually monitoring your blood counts and your health and receiving regular treatment.

FAQs

Managing your diabetes on your own at home can be difficult, and you could use a helping hand from Dr. Estevez and the team at Internal Medicine Las Vegas Nevada. Depending on your health, our team may want to see you every month or two for regular checkups and lab work in Las Vegas, NV. We can create a personalized plan for scheduling these appointments together.

Uncontrolled diabetes can cause nerve damage, heart disease, loss of vision, and other very harmful health issues. These occur over time as increased blood sugar levels take a toll your body. Controlling blood sugar levels is imperative to ensure that complications do not result.

Some of the most common markers of diabetes include:

  • Feelings of extreme hunger or thirst
  • Frequent urination
  • Blurred vision
  • Weight loss without trying
  • Tingling or numbness in the extremities
  • Feeling very fatigued
  • Excessively dry skin
  • Slow-healing wounds or sores
  • Frequent infections
The most common risk factors for developing diabetes include genetics, age, being overweight or obese, living a sedentary lifestyle, eating a diet high in refined sugars, gestational diabetes, race/ethnicity, and high blood pressure.