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Dr. Edward M Condon, MD
Endocrinology-Diabetes
Dr. Edward Condon practices Endocrinology in Commack, NY. Dr. Condon 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. Condon examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses, and decides the best treatment methods.
51 years
Experience
Dr. Edward Condon, MD
- Great Neck, NY
- Autonomous University of Guadalajara
- Accepting new patients
Metabolic Weight Loss
One of the most important accomplishments at Condon Medical has been the discovery and publication of the differences in caloric metabolism in diabetes and prediabetes vs. people...
Do I need to take insulin forever?
Your doctor should measure your own levels but checking your c-peptide. C peptide is part of the insulin molecule not found in commercial preparations. If you make substantial READ MORE
Your doctor should measure your own levels but checking your c-peptide. C peptide is part of the insulin molecule not found in commercial preparations. If you make substantial c-peptide your endocrinologist can probably get you off insulin.
Does insulin cause weight gain?
Insulin absolutely causes weight gain by stimulating appetite and making everythin you eat get absorbed. Most endocrinologists will try hard not to use insullin if you are gaining READ MORE
Insulin absolutely causes weight gain by stimulating appetite and making everythin you eat get absorbed. Most endocrinologists will try hard not to use insullin if you are gaining weight.
When does medication start for diabetes?
This depends on whom you see. The new guidelines for the American Association of Clinical Endocrinology would recommend treatment of a pre diabetic to prevent the patient from READ MORE
This depends on whom you see. The new guidelines for the American Association of Clinical Endocrinology would recommend treatment of a pre diabetic to prevent the patient from becoming an actual diabetic.
What is the difference between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes?
Type 1 is caused by a genetic mutation which allows the insulin producing cells (beta cells) to be destroyed by the patients own immune system. Type 2 is due to the body cells READ MORE
Type 1 is caused by a genetic mutation which allows the insulin producing cells (beta cells) to be destroyed by the patients own immune system.
Type 2 is due to the body cells being resistant to the patients own insulin resulting in overproduction of insulin by the pancreas. This HIGH insulin level is needed to make the cell accept glucose. Type 1 is not genetic. Type 2 is genetically transmitted. If one parent has Type 2, 25% of the children will get it. If both parents have Type 2, 100% of the children will get it.
Type 2 is due to the body cells being resistant to the patients own insulin resulting in overproduction of insulin by the pancreas. This HIGH insulin level is needed to make the cell accept glucose. Type 1 is not genetic. Type 2 is genetically transmitted. If one parent has Type 2, 25% of the children will get it. If both parents have Type 2, 100% of the children will get it.
My HbA1C reports have reduced from 7 to 4.2. Does it mean I'm no longer at risk for diabetes?
You are still a pre diabetic and as you age the levels will go back up. You need to maintain a normal weight which will delay the disease return for the longest possible time. READ MORE
You are still a pre diabetic and as you age the levels will go back up. You need to maintain a normal weight which will delay the disease return for the longest possible time. Diabetes is a cellular resistant state which does not go away permanently.
Why is diabetes causing weight loss in my husband?
There are many reasons your husband may be loosing weight and you should discuss this with your primary. If his HBaic is 8 or greater he is not holding on to all of the calories READ MORE
There are many reasons your husband may be loosing weight and you should discuss this with your primary. If his HBaic is 8 or greater he is not holding on to all of the calories he is eating. The kidney will try and get rid of or spill the glucose out. In some diabetes this is a reason to lose weight.
If I had diabetes during pregnancy, are there chances I will get the disease later in life?
Type II Diabetes is the out of control genetics linked to anti starving. The increased metabolic load of a pregnancy reveals the underlying condition, and it usually goes away READ MORE
Type II Diabetes is the out of control genetics linked to anti starving. The increased metabolic load of a pregnancy reveals the underlying condition, and it usually goes away after the baby is born. It will return but can be delayed by good dietary habits, exercise and maintaining a near ideal weight.
Do natural remedies help in reversing diabetes type 1?
There is no herbal to treat type 1 diabetes. Prior to 1921 it was a fatal disease.
There are interesting studies being done at Mass General in boston which may alter the immune READ MORE
There is no herbal to treat type 1 diabetes. Prior to 1921 it was a fatal disease.
There are interesting studies being done at Mass General in boston which may alter the immune mechanism to a point where some function may return. See BCG vaccine studies and Type I diabetes.
There are interesting studies being done at Mass General in boston which may alter the immune mechanism to a point where some function may return. See BCG vaccine studies and Type I diabetes.
What should be the ideal HbA1C for a diabetic patient?
The ideal Hbaic is determined by your age. If you are under 65 the goal is 6.5-7.0 without hypoglycemia. Every time your Hbaic is one point above 7 the cardiovascular risk doubles. READ MORE
The ideal Hbaic is determined by your age. If you are under 65 the goal is 6.5-7.0 without hypoglycemia. Every time your Hbaic is one point above 7 the cardiovascular risk doubles. eg. 8 double, 9 times 4, 10 times 8. So you clearly want to be 6.5 to 7
Do medicines lose their effectiveness if taken for a long period of time?
Some medications do lose their effect. Especially drugs like glimemperide, glipizide and other sulfonoureas.
My husband feels very hungry with his diabetic medication. What should I do?
Talk to your treating MD and consider use of a GLP-1 which suppresses appetite. Drop the Januvia in the Janumet.
My mothers feet are turning black and extremely itchy. What should we do?
See your primary MD and request a vascular evaluation and or consult. Do this quickly.
My husband feels extremely tired and drained out. How can I help him?
Speak to your physician loss of energy is the most common complaint to doctors and can be from a large variety of causes i.e. anemia, vit d deficiency, other hormonal disorders. READ MORE
Speak to your physician loss of energy is the most common complaint to doctors and can be from a large variety of causes i.e. anemia, vit d deficiency, other hormonal disorders. It needs an appropriate investigation
What can I do to increase my leptin sensitivity?
You need to talk to a well trained endocrinologist. There is no approved way to alter leptin. PCOS is a form of pre diabetes and by sensitizing your cells to your own insulin READ MORE
You need to talk to a well trained endocrinologist. There is no approved way to alter leptin. PCOS is a form of pre diabetes and by sensitizing your cells to your own insulin you may lose weight. See guidelines for treating pre diabetes
Can my thyroid be the reason behind my high cholesterol?
Proven low thryoid may raise cholesterol but it is usually not a primary cause. Have your doctor check your thryoid and consult with him or her.
If I have diabetes during pregnancy, what are the chances of my child getting it too?
If one parent has type II diabetes, 25% of the offspring will get it. If both parents have Type II, 100% of the offspring will get it.
Why am I not putting on weight?
This is an important complaint which requires a good evaluation with history and physical. It may not be due to diabetes alone and could represent other serious diseases. Please READ MORE
This is an important complaint which requires a good evaluation with history and physical. It may not be due to diabetes alone and could represent other serious diseases. Please discuss with your primary and ask if referral is required.
Edward M. Condon, MD, FACE, ECNU
Edward M. Condon, MD, FACE, ECNU
My mother suffered from 3 episodes of hypoglycemia in a day. Will she be okay?
Multiple hypoglycemia in a patient over age 65 is dangerous. It may be due to eating habits, drugs selected, or patient compliance. An immediate visit should be made to the responsible READ MORE
Multiple hypoglycemia in a patient over age 65 is dangerous. It may be due to eating habits, drugs selected, or patient compliance. An immediate visit should be made to the responsible physician. If the patient fails to respond normally, an ambulance should be called.
Are my insulin injections permanent?
The answer requires knowing how much insulin your own body presently produces. This may be measured by checking fasting and post meal levels of c peptide or insulin. Once that READ MORE
The answer requires knowing how much insulin your own body presently produces. This may be measured by checking fasting and post meal levels of c peptide or insulin. Once that is known your medication history, your weight, your dietary history would allow an accurate evaluation of your other alternatives. If you do not make adequate insulin you will need to remain on this essential hormone.
