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Mr. Paul C. Norwood, M.D., F.A.C.P.

Endocrinology-Diabetes

Dr. Paul C Norwood M.D., F.A.C.P. is a top Endocrinology-Diabetes in Fresno, . With a passion for the field and an unwavering commitment to their specialty, Dr. Paul C Norwood M.D., F.A.C.P. is an expert in changing the lives of their patients for the better. Through their designated cause and expertise in the field, Dr. Paul C Norwood M.D., F.A.C.P. is a prime example of a true leader in healthcare. As a leader and expert in their field, Dr. Paul C Norwood M.D., F.A.C.P. is passionate about enhancing patient quality of life. They embody the values of communication, safety, and trust when dealing directly with patients. In Fresno, CA, Dr. Paul C Norwood M.D., F.A.C.P. is a true asset to their field and dedicated to the profession of medicine.
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Mr. Paul C. Norwood, M.D., F.A.C.P.
  • Fresno, CA
  • Loma Linda
  • Accepting new patients

Thyroid issues

Could be, check thyroid labs, easy to find out. Could be many things.Dr Norwood

Is a thyroid CT scan dangerous?

A thyroid CT is not dangerous. Usually a thyroid ultrasound is sufficient. Dr Norwood Again I know little about the case so I can't give an opinion which should be done. Dr Norwood READ MORE
A thyroid CT is not dangerous. Usually a thyroid ultrasound is sufficient.
Dr Norwood Again I know little about the case so I can't give an opinion
which should be done. Dr Norwood

What can you do to manage your diabetes?

Asking the question is a good indication that you care. You aren’t in denial which is the most dangerous mix. Denial and diabetes is the worst. I would get a continuous monitor READ MORE
Asking the question is a good indication that you care. You aren’t in denial which is the most dangerous mix. Denial and diabetes is the worst.
I would get a continuous monitor and make sure my glucose levels were less than 100 before meals and less than 140 1 hour after a meal.
Impulse control is critical. Good impulse brings happiness and an easy life. Poor impulse control brings misery.
I have no more data or information about yourself so that’s all I can advise.
Best Dr. Paul Norwood

Does diet cause a child to get diabetes?

No, generally if he is not obese
It is genetic
Dr Norwood
(Autoimmune)

What causes someone to develop diabetes at an older age?

What causes diabetes? Well, that is quite a question. You are young, age 26, with diabetes. Why? You have an unhealthy lifestyle and are overweight and have used up your insulin READ MORE
What causes diabetes? Well, that is quite a question. You are young, age 26, with diabetes. Why? You have an unhealthy lifestyle and are overweight and have used up your insulin (your body has just run out of insulin), or you inherited a gene that causes it, or you unluckily developed an autoimmune disease that has antibodies that destroyed or are destroying the islet cells. That is a simple basic way of looking at it. A c-peptide will tell you if you make any insulin at all. Since I know little about you, I can't give you more in-depth reasons.

What anesthesia do you use for a thyroid biopsy?

I don’t use anesthesia. Using 3 needles 27 gauge causes less pain than the burning lidocaine that anesthetizes the entire neck
Dr Norwood

Diabetes and constipation

Because of the lack of data unable to answer
How long have you had diabetes?

What is the best diet for type 2 diabetes?

You know this answer!
Really.
The main goal isn’t what one eats but how much. Eating little carbohydrates makes taking care of diabetes easier and it lowers calories

What type of anesthesia is the safest for a thyroid biopsy?

None

To give anesthesia to the neck hurts more than using a 27 gauge needle 3 times. So I done aye anesthesia. A thyroid aspiration takes less than 15 minutes

Levothyroxine and L carnitine

1. yes however L carnitine has no value whatsoever. Please don't take it.
Dr. Norwood

Thyroid test results?

TSH high. You have thyroid resistance syndrome and need more thyroxine. Or extremely extremely extremely rare TSH secreting tumor of the pituitary.

Diabetic finger stick?

The heel of the hand is certainly a place to obtain a glucose level but it is awkward. Most people prefer the side of a finger. We recommend a continuous glucose monitor to avoid READ MORE
The heel of the hand is certainly a place to obtain a glucose level but it is awkward. Most people prefer the side of a finger. We recommend a continuous glucose monitor to avoid this poking business.

Do I have hyperthyroidism?

This mild hyperthyroidism should not cause symptoms. Best Dr Norwood

Does diabetes causes you to have irregular sleep?

Insulin, which is a normal hormone, does not affect sleep, unless one takes too little (frequent urination from high sugar levels) or too much (hypoglycemia) Best regards.

Diabetic question?

I would like to have more data, such as your age and your weight. If you are 80, well your glucose levels are fine. I am more aggressive than many doctors, if you are overweight, READ MORE
I would like to have more data, such as your age and your weight. If you are 80, well your glucose levels are fine. I am more aggressive than many doctors, if you are overweight, a Glp 1 like Ozempic or Trulicity would be great. If not, Jardiance or Farxiga would be great. WIth these medications, your Ha1c would fall to a nondiabetic level. Dr. Norwood

Retrograde ejaculation?

Try Sudafed it may work.

Can I drink alcohol after thyroid surgery?

Dear thyroid surgery person. Is it that important to know if you can drink alcohol after major surgery? That is a suspicious question.

Hypothyroidism diagnosis?

This is the smallest dose possible. Your palpitations are not from the thyroid medication. Possibly anxiety? Let me reassure you. This is more than a reasonable dosage.

What pregnant diabetics should eat?

There is little data here. What is your weight? Do you take insulin? I would recommend having a continuous glucose monitor. If the glucose goes up, above 140 Mg 1 hour after eating READ MORE
There is little data here. What is your weight? Do you take insulin? I would recommend having a continuous glucose monitor. If the glucose goes up, above 140 Mg 1 hour after eating then that is not the right thing to eat. Again, I have so little to go on. That's the goal. Maybe insulin is needed to have sufficient calories.

Why my blood pressure and blood sugar high?

The data you give is too little, What is your weight? What device do you use? The hand taken method is the most accurate for bp. Your blood pressure should never be high even in READ MORE
The data you give is too little, What is your weight? What device do you use? The hand taken method is the most accurate for bp. Your blood pressure should never be high even in the MD's office. If it truly is only high there, which I doubt, then you can stress yourself into high BP. There are continuous bp monitoring systems. And continuous glucose monitoring devices are also available.