Diabetes Medical Reference

Hyperglycemia, or high blood sugar, is a serious problem if you have diabetes. Know the causes and ways to prevent this condition.

Knowing the signs and symptoms of type 2 diabetes -- and getting early medical intervention -- can help you prevent more serious complications. WebMD tells you what to look for.

Find out why the hemoglobin A1c test (HbA1c) is so important for people with diabetes.

The role of urine testing in people with diabetes.

Diabetes greatly increases the risk of heart disease. Learn about the risk factors and how to lower them.

Can stress cause diabetes? Learn how stress impacts your risk of diabetes and explore tips to manage stress for better health.

Understand how cholesterol levels affect diabetes and why it is so important to check your cholesterol.

Diabetes greatly increases the risk of stroke. Learn more from WebMD about the symptoms, treatment, and prevention of stroke.

Diabetes is the number one cause of kidney failure. Find out more about diabetic neuropathy.

Being able to read and understand food and nutrition labels is essential, especially for those with diabetes. WebMD explains how to interpret the Nutrition Facts label on your packaged foods.

Learn more from WebMD about how drinking alcohol affects diabetes.

Learn more from WebMD about the different eye problems that can arise with diabetes, including diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, and cataracts.

Learn more about the causes and treatments of this common diabetes complication.

WebMD explains retinopathy, a common eye complication of diabetes that can lead to glaucoma and loss of vision.

WebMD explains coverage under Medicare Part B for people with diabetes who may need special foot wear.