My doctor said my exhaustion and weight loss were “just because I was 73.” Then a $140 dental cleaning changed everything. The hygienist noticed something wrong with my gums, asked about my blood sugar, and sent for the dentist. He looked at my chart and told me: “I want you at the ER tonight.” What they found could have killed me.
For most of a year, I was thirsty all the time. Not ordinary thirsty. I could drink a full glass of water and still feel like my mouth was made …
My doctor said my exhaustion and weight loss were “just because I was 73.” Then a $140 dental cleaning changed everything. The hygienist noticed something wrong with my gums, asked about my blood sugar, and sent for the dentist. He looked at my chart and told me: “I want you at the ER tonight.” What they found could have killed me. Read More
