Dr. Joseph Gutman MD
Endocrinology-Diabetes | Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
3 129 SW Avenue Suite 101 Pembroke Pines FL, 33027About
Dr. Joseph Gutman practices Endocrinology in South Florida. Dr. Gutman specializes in preventing, diagnosing, and treating diseases related to hormone imbalance, and the body's 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. Gutman examines patients, determines means of testing, diagnoses, and decides the best treatment methods.
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Can my thyroid be the reason behind my high cholesterol?
YES READ MORE
How should diabetes be treated in patients who have had it for a long time?
At this point a well tailored Insulin is the first thought. Yet a full history of complications and Diet and physical activity are necessary READ MORE
My husband feels very hungry with his diabetic medication. What should I do?
It is unusual for appetite to increase with either Metformin or Januvia. READ MORE
Can beetroots be harmful for a diabetic patient?
Not true. Just have to take into account the amount of carbohydrates that are ingested. That is all. Good luck and happy new year. READ MORE
Can type 2 diabetes ever be reversed?
Absolutely yes. Especially if he happens to be overweight and lived a sedentary life, and had poor eating habits. It will not happen over night and if he is mindful, and understands the disease he should be able to be off most medications in about a year or so. Some of us recommend that he remains on a small dose of Metformin for a long time as it prevents the re-occurrence of the disease and has many other benefits. READ MORE
With a family history of type 2 diabetes, is my daughter at a risk of juvenile diabetes?
She has the same risk for type I as the rest of the population READ MORE
What is the difference between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes?
In simple terms, a person has type 1 Diabetes when they lack Insulin. They have Type 2 Diabetes when they are resistant to the action of insulin READ MORE
My 8 year old son weighs 30 kg, and he is always thirsty. Is he diabetic?
It is impossible to tell without a fasting blood glucose to start. You can go to any drugstore and buy a finger stick glucose kit. It is inexpensive and the pharmacist should be able to show you how it works. If the blood glucose is below 90, your son does not have diabetes. Yet, It is time for him to be healthy. He is overweight and on time to be healthy. Help him. READ MORE
What is the best way to stop bleeding in a diabetic patient?
First, they do not have a greater risk of bleeding. Second, you do not do anything different than with a person that does not have diabetes. READ MORE
My sugar levels are high. What to do next?
I recommend that you see a primary care doctor as soon as possible READ MORE
Can diabetes in men affect their fertility?
It rarely can. The key word is "rarely." There are many factors to this answer: Does he have Type 1 or type 2? Is he overweight or not? Does he have other endocrine deficiencies (hormone deficiencies), which are often associated with type 1? The good news is that many times, it can be "fixed." READ MORE
Does Metformin ensure that I won't have diabetes because of my PCOD?
Nothing is 100%. Yet Metformin and diet and exercise may prevent you from developing diabetes type 2, YES. READ MORE
Why are my blood sugar levels fluctuating so much?
Blood glucoses can fluctuate for many many reasons, what you eat, how much you move, whether you have a small or big intercurrent illness (A cold etc). Emotions have a particular big influence on your blood glucose. I suggest you make a dairy an write what you eat, what physical activity you have, how many hours of sleep you are getting, and how are your emotions (depressed, anxious, calm etc...) after a couple of weeks look at your diary and your glucose. You might find the factor or factors. READ MORE
Can low vitamin D worsen my diabetes?
YES READ MORE
As I am a diabetic, what to do for my leg injury?
It should heal well. Your glucose should be maintained in good control. READ MORE
What are the symptoms of juvenile diabetes?
Classically the symptoms have been called the three "Ps" Polydipsia: Excessive thirst Polyphagia: Excessive appetite Polyuria: Excessive urination. All while the patient loses weight. READ MORE
Does insulin cause weight gain?
YES READ MORE
Will my blood sugar levels reduce if I exercise and reduce weight?
Absolutely! Yet if you are on medications continue taking them, and as you become lighter and exercise you will be able to discontinue them. Do it! YOU CAN! READ MORE
I'm taking my medication regularly, howevery, HbA1C level continues to be at 8. Why?
It is not just about taking your medications and exercising. It is also about what you are eating. It is possible that your medications should be changed and/or increased. Seems like you would benefit a lot from seeking a Certified Diabetes Educator. READ MORE
Why are my blood sugar levels so high in the morning?
There is a hormone that by nature is high in the mornings, and it is called CORTISOL. This hormone elevates the blood glucose. It is also referred to as "The Dawn Phenomenon." READ MORE
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