How long does it take to go blind from diabetes?

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There's no particular timeline that stands true for all patients, it depends on many factors such as age of diabetes onset, control of blood sugars, lifestyle and regular check ups.

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What is the best type 2 diabetes medicine?

Metformin, in the absence of contraindications or intolerability, should be the first-line agent to treat patients with type 2 diabetes.

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My thyroid has a goiter that was scanned and biopsied, and the results say it's a regular goiter. Some doctors recommend surgery while others don't I'm confused about whether I really need the operation or not. What should I do?

surgery opinion .

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Am I considered diabetic if my fasting sugar levels range from 105 to 116? Im a bit concerned because my postprandial sugar is always normal. Should I be taking any precautions, and is it possible to manage this without medication?

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