Women’s Health

Did you know that women with diabetes have a significantly higher risk of heart disease compared to men with diabetes? While many of the standard care guidelines apply to all patients, women often face additional, underrecognized threats to their heart and metabolic health. Understanding how sex-specific factors—such as hormonal changes, …

Gestational diabetes is a condition that affects pregnant women and can have serious implications for both the mother and her baby. Fortunately, in recent years, there have been some therapeutic breakthroughs in the treatment of gestational diabetes. This article provides an overview of the clinical impacts of gestational diabetes, and …

Metformin is a drug used to treat type 2 diabetes and other related medical conditions. It has been used for over 50 years and is one of the most widely prescribed medications in the world. It has been proven to be effective in controlling blood sugar levels and can also …

Endocrinology is a medical specialty that focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of diseases related to hormones. Endocrinologists are experts in managing and treating diseases related to the endocrine system, which includes the thyroid, pituitary, adrenal glands, and pancreas. Endocrinology plays an important role in managing two of the most …

Gestational diabetes is a condition that occurs during pregnancy and affects the health of both the mother and the unborn child. It is important to be aware of the risks associated with gestational diabetes and to understand the evidence-based strategies that can be used to manage it. This article will …

Finding a precise mechanism behind birth defects in fetuses of periconceptually diagnosed patients with diabetes is a step closer in identifying preventative measures With more than three million women of birthing age in the US and more than sixty million worldwide with diabetes, it is essential to know how diabetes …

A Look into how insulin detemir causes an increased risk of malformations and even death for neonates with mothers who are insulin dependent. Chances of adverse maternal and fetal outcomes are increased when mothers have diabetes and even higher if the patient has uncontrolled diabetes. The increased adverse effects can …

Serum DPP4 levels may be associated with cognitive dysfunction in perinatal pregnant women with gestational diabetes mellitus  Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) occurs in about 7% of all pregnancies, ranging from 1% to 14%, depending on the specific population studied, and the diagnostic test used to assess the presence of gestational …

A prospective study found an increased risk for fractures and falls among older women with type 2 diabetes.

During pregnancy, insulin resistance increases and caffeine metabolism decreases, affecting maternal cardiometabolic health.