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Elie Abed
Endocrinology-Diabetes | Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Dr. Elie Abed practices Endocrinology in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Dr. Abed specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases related to hormone imbalance, and the bodys glands in the endocrine system. Endocrinologists are trained and certified to treat a variety of conditions, including menopause, diabetes, infertility, and thyroid disorders, among many others. Dr. Abed examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses, and decides the best treatment methods.
Elie Abed
- Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Accepting new patients
Diabetes and Life Expectancy
After diabetes diagnosis, many type 1 and type 2 diabetics worry about their life expectancy. Death is never a pleasant subject but it's human nature to want to know 'how long...
Can diabetes be detected with blood test?
Yeah. Hemoglobin a1c of 6.5 or more is diabetes
Too many diabetes prescriptions?
He needs to be evaluated to determine this. Many factors counts including kidney function etc
What are the treatment options for type 2 diabetes?
There are several medications for type 2 DM. You should see your pcp or endocrinologist to determine what are your best options.
What are the treatment options for hypothyroidism?
We usually recommend levothyroxine weight based dose with monitoring of tsh to adjust the dose with time
Does being overweight make it harder for me to lose weight?
It could yes but try to be more strict on diet and exercise and check with your physician if your thyroid function is okay
Can human growth hormone pills cause cancer?
Injectable HGH are CI if you have a history of cancer.
What does a thyroidectomy do to cholesterol?
If your thyroid level is normal it should not affect it
What is the fastest way to raise low blood sugar?
The “rule of 15” is commonly used as a guideline for treatment: After checking your blood glucose level with your meter and seeing that your level is under 70 mg/dl, consume 15 READ MORE
The “rule of 15” is commonly used as a guideline for treatment: After checking your blood glucose level with your meter and seeing that your level is under 70 mg/dl, consume 15 grams of carbohydrate, wait about 15 minutes, then recheck your blood glucose level.
How can I test my thyroid at home?
You cannot. It's a blood work TSH.
Can Hashimoto's thyroiditis be cured?
No cure. But can be treated with thyroid replacement
What foods should be avoided with hypothyroidism?
I would say paleo diet is good for hypothyroidism.
What are the side effects of hypothyroidism medication?
Usually no side effects. Can have hives if allergic to it.
What is the best breakfast for hypothyroidism?
Try paleo diet
Can you test yourself for diabetes?
No. It's a blood test.
What is the best thing for a diabetic to eat before bed?
Protein snack
Should I go to the hospital if my blood sugar is over 200?
No but let your physician know that you are having high bedtime sugar
What is the difference between Hashimoto's disease and hypothyroidism?
Hashimoto disease is autoimmune TPO disease. Hypothyroidism is decreased thyroid function. Hashimoto disease lead most of times to hypothyroidism as these Antibodies target the READ MORE
Hashimoto disease is autoimmune TPO disease. Hypothyroidism is decreased thyroid function. Hashimoto disease lead most of times to hypothyroidism as these Antibodies target the thyroid mainly.
