HDAC3 acts as a central epigenetic hub for Type 2 Diabetes and its complications
New research identifies a key protein linked to diabetes complications
This systematic review identifies HDAC3 as a critical regulator of immunometabolic homeostasis in Type 2 Diabetes. The review concludes that…
A specific protein called HDAC3 may play a central role in causing heart, kidney, and eye damage in people with Type 2 Diabetes.
Euonymus alatus may improve glucose metabolism and reduce urinary protein in diabetic nephropathy
Plant extract shows promise in managing diabetes and kidney health
This systematic review of preclinical and clinical data indicates that Euonymus alatus may lower blood glucose, reduce urinary protein, and …
A review of the plant Euonymus alatus suggests it may lower blood sugar and protect kidneys in people with diabetes.
High prevalence of microvascular and macrovascular complications among adult Ugandans with diabetes
High rates of diabetes complications found in adult Ugandans
This meta-analysis examined the prevalence of various diabetic complications, including neuropathy and retinopathy, in a large cohort of adu…
More than half of Ugandan adults with diabetes suffer from nerve damage, highlighting a critical need for earlier screening and better care.
GLP-1 receptor agonists show no increased ocular disorder risk in type 2 diabetes meta-analysis
New analysis shows GLP-1 drugs do not raise eye disease risk for diabetes patients
This systematic review and meta-analysis of 28 observational studies found that GLP-1 receptor agonists did not increase the risk of NAION, …
A large review of 28 studies found that diabetes drugs called GLP-1 receptor agonists do not increase the risk of eye problems like glaucoma…
Narrative review discusses Ganoderma lucidum polysaccharides for diabetes and related complications
New research shows mushroom compounds may help control blood sugar and fix organ damage
This narrative review examines the theoretical potential of Ganoderma lucidum polysaccharides (GLPs) for diabetes and associated conditions.
A common mushroom extract could help lower blood sugar and heal organ damage for millions of people with diabetes
Questions about retinopathy
Does Euonymus alatus have any effects on diabetic retinopathy?
Early animal and lab studies suggest Euonymus alatus extracts and one of its compounds may slow diabetic retinopathy by blocking abnormal blood vessel growth, but human evidence is lacking.
Full answer →Can Ganoderma lucidum polysaccharides help with complications like diabetic retinopathy?
There is no direct evidence that Ganoderma lucidum polysaccharides treat diabetic retinopathy; one review found they promote angiogenesis (new blood vessel growth), which could be a concern in retinopathy [9].
Full answer →Do GLP-1 receptor agonists increase the risk of retinopathy in type 2 diabetes?
Some evidence links GLP-1 receptor agonists to a modest increase in early-stage diabetic retinopathy, but findings are mixed and may depend on the specific drug and how quickly blood sugar drops.
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