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Type 2 Diabetes

March 29th, 2010 by admin | Filed under diabetes


Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes. In type 2 diabetes, either the body does not produce enough insulin or the cells ignore the insulin. Insulin is necessary for the body to be able to use sugar.

Finding out you have diabetes is scary, but there is no need to panic. Type 2 diabetes is serious, but people with diabetes can live long, healthy, happy lives.

While diabetes occurs in people of all ages and races, some groups have a higher risk for developing type 2 diabetes than others. Type 2 diabetes is more common in:
African Americans
Latinos
Native Americans
Asian Americans/Pacific Islanders
The elderly

Hypoglycemia
Part of living with diabetes is learning to cope with some of the problems that go along with having the disease. Hypoglycemia or low blood glucose (sugar) is one of those problems. Hypoglycemia happens from time to time to everyone who has diabetes, even if you are doing everything you can to control your diabetes. Although many times you can’t prevent hypoglycemia from happening, you can treat it before it worsens. Symptoms of hypoglycemia can be:
Shakiness
Dizziness
Sweating

Hypoglycemia
Part of living with diabetes is learning to cope with some of the problems that go along with having the disease. Hypoglycemia or low blood glucose (sugar) is one of those problems. Hypoglycemia happens from time to time to everyone who has diabetes, even if you are doing everything you can to control your diabetes. Although many times you can’t prevent hypoglycemia from happening, you can treat it before it worsens. Symptoms of hypoglycemia can be:
Shakiness
Dizziness
Sweating

Hyperglycemia
Hyperglycemia happens from time to time to all people who have diabetes as well. Hyperglycemia or high blood glucose (sugar) happens when the body has too little, or not enough, insulin or when the body can’t use insulin properly.

A number of things can cause hyperglycemia.
In people with type 2 diabetes, your body may have enough insulin, but it is not as effective as it should be. Symptoms of hyperglycemia can be:
High levels of sugar in the urine
Frequent urination
Increased thirst

It’s important to treat hyperglycemia as soon as you detect it. If you fail to treat hyperglycemia, a condition called ketoacidosis (which can lead to a diabetic coma) could occur. Ketoacidosis develops when your body doesn’t have enough insulin. Ketoacidosis is life-threatening and needs immediate treatment. Symptoms include:
Shortness of breath
Breath that smells fruity
Nausea and vomiting
A very dry mouth

Often, you can lower your blood glucose level by exercising. However, if your blood
glucose is above 240 mg/dl, check your urine for ketones. If you have ketones, do NOT exercise. Exercising when ketones are present may make your blood glucose level go even higher. You’ll need to work with your doctor to find the safest way for you to lower your blood glucose level. Cutting down on the amount of food you eat might also help. Work with your dietitian to make changes in your meal plan. If exercise and changes in your diet don’t work, your doctor may change the amount of your medication or insulin or possibly the timing of when you take it.

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    1 Response to “Type 2 Diabetes”.

    1. Karen Kern :

      there is a rising incidence of Diabetes these days and you can blame high sugar diet and a lifestyle that is low on physical activities.

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