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Anita Ramsetty, MD  
Female

Specialties: GeneralEndocrinology, Diabetes Type 1

Endocrine Care Group
843-795-4227
P.O Box 13738
Charleston, SC
My Posts
How do i lower my hemoglobin A1c?
Dec 29, 2008 in the Diabetes Community
Hello, Yes, you absolutely MUST start making some dietary changes as well as hopefully increasing exercise. We have research that shows even small amounts of weight loss(5-10 pounds) will decrease glucose levels, as well as help high blood pressure. Your current glucose ranges are too high and definitely need treatment to avoid complications from diabetes....
is this possible
Dec 29, 2008 in the Diabetes Expert Forum
Hello, It is possible to have those symptoms related to even a pre-diabetes state, although it is not common. A 2-hour glucose tolerance test will help determine if you have pre-diabetes. You can have those symptoms from other issues however, so if all your glucose testing is normal then your doctor should start looking into other possibilities. take ...
Losing weight to fight diabetes
Dec 29, 2008 in the Diabetes Expert Forum
Hello, Weight loss can be quite difficult for many people, and I am afraid that insulin itself promotes weight gain. Unfortunately in your situation it is unavoidable. Other medications that have been approved for weight loss include Xenical and Meridia--have you tried those? Be sure that your thyroid function is normal and optimized. If you trul...
Diabetic meds
Dec 29, 2008 in the Diabetes Community
Hello, Glimiperide and Actos have good data to show that they can bring down blood sugars, with a change in A1C of between 0.5-about 1.2% each, and with both you can have a greater effect. However they depend on your body having enough of its own insulin to work. In addition, some medications work better in some people than others. Also be sure that you have...
feet cramps
Dec 29, 2008 in the Diabetes Expert Forum
I am sorry but I could not quite follow your post and question. Please re-post if you can. Best regards.
Diabetes
Dec 29, 2008 in the Diabetes Expert Forum
Hello, Your mother's glucose levels are quite high and certainly need treatment. Glucovance is a well accepted medication used for Type 2 diabetes and will most likely help bring her glucose levels down. Changing dietary habits is crucial to doing well: specific things to avoid include regular sodas, sweet drinks such as sweetened tea and juices, cakes, c...
thyroid and diabetes
Dec 29, 2008 in the Diabetes Expert Forum
Hello, I am sorry about my delayed reply, I have been on vacation. A nodular thyroid can be quite common and not necessarily worrisome, but if your nodules are increasing in size and you are experiencing some compression symptoms(like the trouble swallowing) you should speak with your doctor about having these attended to as soon as possible. Options woul...
Januvia
Dec 29, 2008 in the Diabetes Expert Forum
Hello, I apologize for my delayed reply, I have been on vacation. As far as I know, Januvia is not associated with slowed wound healing. Diabetes IS however so it is more likely that the disease is behind the slowed healing instead of the medication. If the Januvia is not keeping your glucose levels under control then you should speak to your doctor about...
Diabetes and PCOS
Dec 29, 2008 in the Diabetes Expert Forum
Hello, I apologize for my late reply. PCOS is known to be associated with insulin resistance and diabetes, as you have suggested in your question. It is a good idea to be screened mainly for diabetes or early signs of gucose handling problems i.e pre-diabetes: ask your doctor about performing a 2 hour glucose tolerance test in the near future as a good st...
sweet ordor
Dec 17, 2008 in the Diabetes Expert Forum
Hello, This may be from several various issues so it is best you speak with your doctor as soon as possible to be evaluated. Take care.