Occasionally, the atlantooccipital membrane may be partially ossified, resulting in an apparent bone fragment posterior to the superior articular process. This should not be confused with a fracture of the atlas or occipital condyle (Figs. 8A and 8B).
Belinda Childs, MN, ARNP, BC-ADM, CDE, responds. Skin abscesses, also known as boils, are more common in people with uncontrolled diabetes. They are usually caused by bacteria, typically Staphylococcus aureus or Streptococcus, but the abscesses can also be caused by other bacteria.
Diabetes-related causes of Anemia. Our information shows that 2 causes of Anemia are related to diabetes, or a family history of diabetes (from a list of 926 total causes). These diseases and conditions may be more likely causes of Anemia if the patient has diabetes, is at risk of diabetes, or has a family history of diabetes. 1  Chronic kidney failure-anemia. 2  Kidney disease-anemia.