Who should be tested for diabetes?

In addition to pregnant women, all people over the age of 45 get their fasting blood glucose measured to screen for diabetes every 3 years if they don’t have any risk factors.  The American Diabetes Association also recommends that patients get screened earlier and more frequently if they have any risk factors such as: Familyhistory… Continue reading Who should be tested for diabetes?

At what point would a person be admitted to the hospital for anorexia?

In general, anyone who is unable to properly care for themselves or is in danger of hurting themselves should be admitted to the hospital.  For anorexia, there also exist specific criteria for admission. These criteria for admission include: Severe malnutrition (less than 75% of ideal body weight) Cardiac arrythmias Signs and symptosm of dehydration Electrolyte… Continue reading At what point would a person be admitted to the hospital for anorexia?