Nateglinide: An oral medicine used to treat Type 2 diabetes. It lowers
blood glucose levels by helping the pancreas make more insulin right after
meals.
Necrobiosis Lipoidica Diabeticorum: A skin condition usually on the
lower part of the legs. Lesions can be small or extend over a large area. They
are usually raised, yellow, and waxy in appearance and often have a purple
border.
Nephropathy: Disease of the kidneys. Hyperglycemia and hypertension
can damage the kidneys' glomeruli. When the kidneys are damaged, protein leaks
out of the kidneys into the urine. Damaged kidneys can no longer remove waste
and extra fluids from the bloodstream.
Nerve Conduction Studies: Tests used to measure for nerve damage; one
way to diagnose neuropathy.
Neuropathy: Disease of the nervous system. The three major forms in
people with diabetes are peripheral neuropathy, autonomic neuropathy, and
mononeuropathy. The most common form is peripheral neuropathy, which affects
mainly the legs and feet.
Non-invasive Blood Glucose Monitoring: Measuring blood glucose without
pricking the finger to obtain a blood sample.
NPH Insulin: An intermediate-acting insulin; NPH stands for neutral
protamine Hagedorn. On average, NPH insulin starts to lower blood glucose within
1 to 2 hours after injection. It has its strongest effect 6 to 10 hours after
injection but keeps working about 10 hours after injection.
Nutritionist: A person with training in nutrition; may or may not have
specialized training and qualifications.
