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Dr. Milay Luis lam
Endocrinology-Diabetes | Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
<p>Dr. Milay Luis lam is an endocrinologist practicing in BROOKLYN, NY. Dr. Luis lam specializes in the medical treatment of adults. Internists can act as a primary physician or a consultant to a primary physician. They manage both common and rare diseases. Dr. Luis lam provides comprehensive care and manages treatment with surgeons as well. Internists establish long-term relationships with their patients and incorporate disease prevention and mental health care into their practice.</p>
Dr. Milay Luis lam
- HAGERSTOWN, MD
- Accepting new patients
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Can an internist also specialise in other medical areas, such as endocrinology or nephrology?
Yes, for being an endocrinologist you have to do internal medicine first
When do you need to visit an internist for diabetes?
If you were just diagnosed, I will go to an internist, if your internist cannot manage your diabetes, then will ask for a second opinion or a referral. A nutritionist appointment READ MORE
If you were just diagnosed, I will go to an internist, if your internist cannot manage your diabetes, then will ask for a second opinion or a referral. A nutritionist appointment may help also.
Is metformin the only form of medication for diabetes?
No, there are lots of medications now for diabetes, but our main therapy os still metformin as it has a lot of benefits not only for sugar control
Type 2 diabetes in children. Is it because my child is considered obese?
T2DM in children is more common nowadays as we are seeing more pediatric patients with obesity. It is the same in children now, we did not see it before, given that children with READ MORE
T2DM in children is more common nowadays as we are seeing more pediatric patients with obesity. It is the same in children now, we did not see it before, given that children with obesity was rare
Is obesity a direct cause of diabetes?
It is very linked, if you do not take care of yourself, you have even higher risk.
How should I manage my weight with metabolic syndrome?
Yes! Because if not you will have diabetes, high blood pressure or cardiovascular disease in the future. Those programs are good if you can follow them, but if you need extra help READ MORE
Yes! Because if not you will have diabetes, high blood pressure or cardiovascular disease in the future. Those programs are good if you can follow them, but if you need extra help you should go to a weight management clinic
Can type 2 diabetes be completely reversed?
Yes, if you lose a lot of weight it can go away, and if you keep a very good diet.
What can I do to prevent amputation?
Checking your feet ALL the time. Using diabetic shoes ( very wide around the toes) and not cutting your own toenails but letting the podiatrist do it. Using diabetic socks also READ MORE
Checking your feet ALL the time. Using diabetic shoes ( very wide around the toes) and not cutting your own toenails but letting the podiatrist do it. Using diabetic socks also
Insulin injections vs. insulin pump?
Pump requires a lot of training, she still needs to get injections, and also she needs to count carbs. The benefits will only be noted if she is engaged with her therapy
Can diabetes be managed without insulin?
Yes! But you have to work hard on your diet and continue doing exercise
Does gestational diabetes go away after pregnancy?
It can go away after your pregnancy, but you still will have a higher risk of having diabetes in the future. If you maintain good eating habits and exercise you can delay getting READ MORE
It can go away after your pregnancy, but you still will have a higher risk of having diabetes in the future. If you maintain good eating habits and exercise you can delay getting diabetes in the future, or may not even get it.
Once you deliver your baby, you need to get tested 6-12 weeks after delivery so your doctor can see if you still has diabetes or if it went away after
Once you deliver your baby, you need to get tested 6-12 weeks after delivery so your doctor can see if you still has diabetes or if it went away after
Can I treat diabetes naturally?
You mean naturally by doing a diet and exercise? If your diabetes is not really uncontrolled, then diet and exercise should be enough. If your hba1c is higher than 7% despite following READ MORE
You mean naturally by doing a diet and exercise? If your diabetes is not really uncontrolled, then diet and exercise should be enough. If your hba1c is higher than 7% despite following a diet and doing exercise, then you need medication.
How long can I manage my diabetes without medications?
Depends on how uncontrolled you are. If your hba1c is around 7, then diet and exercise should be ok, if you lose weight then maybe you dont even need meds.
Can yoga prevent diabetes?
Any type of exercise with a good diet can prevent diabetes. The key is not gaining weight and being able to follow this long term
