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What can prevent/slow down the progression of neuropathic pain assoc. with DM?
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tight glycemic control
intensive insulin or oral therapy |
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What are some drugs that can be used in the treatment of neuropathy assoc. with DM?
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capsaicin/Zostrix
dilantin, tegretol, neurontin lyrica (best to take away nerve pain) amitriptyline, prozac, paxil, or other anti-depressants |
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What is diabetic gastroparesis?
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delayed gastric emptying
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What meds can be used in the tx of delayed gastric emptying?
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reglan-promotility
erythromycin-stimulates parastalsis zelnorm-promotility(difficult to get) |
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hunger, nausea, confusion, agitation, lethargy, tachycardia, sweating, treamors, ataxia, blurred vision are symptoms of?
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hypoglycemia
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What is the tx of hypoglycemia?
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sugar source
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fruity breath, polydipsia, polyuria, weakness, dehydration, tachycardia, hypotension are all symptoms of ?
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hyperglycemia
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what is the tx of hyperglycemia?
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medical attention for insulin
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