Q. I had blood work done today. They were checking for a few things and I was wondering if they would check for diabetes? I didn't ask...but I have been having things go wrong and they don't know what it is I also had an X-ray and an ultrasound. If I did in fact have diabetes would I have gotten a call already? The office was kind of busy and its only been about 6 hours but I am really nervous. How long does it normally take?
They had me fasting...but that was for the ultrasound so I don't know if the lab who took my blood knew I had been fasting.
They had me fasting...but that was for the ultrasound so I don't know if the lab who took my blood knew I had been fasting.
A. I assume that since you are unsure about whether the test was for diabetes, they didn't measure a fasting glucose, and will not be able to definitively tell you anything. But a glucose level is standard in a comprehensive metabolic panel, which they probably ran, and if really out of range will probably prompt additional testing.
The lab may have the results back, but unless something is a critical high, the office may not be aware yet. If you have a follow up appointment, they will more likely than not just let you know the results at that time. If the initial tests are suggestive of a problem, they will call you before then to let you know the next step.
The lab may have the results back, but unless something is a critical high, the office may not be aware yet. If you have a follow up appointment, they will more likely than not just let you know the results at that time. If the initial tests are suggestive of a problem, they will call you before then to let you know the next step.
Can undiagnosed diabetes pose a threat your health in the long run?
Q. I am 17 and am afraid i have diabetes. Im going to see the docters about it asap. Although, i have had the symptons for some time now. What health problems can arise from diabetes not being properly treated?
in the meantime, does anyone have any suggestions about diet change for a diabetic?
in the meantime, does anyone have any suggestions about diet change for a diabetic?
A. Diabetes causes Neuropathy -- pain in the arms and legs. But OTHER nerves are also affected, so the Neuropathy ALSO affects the eyes, brain, digestion, heart, and sexual organs.
Diabetes causes high blood pressure and high cholesterol. These, working together, cause heart attacks and strokes. High cholesterol is also associated with Alzheimer's Disease, so Diabetes is linked to ALzheimer's Disease.
Diabetes causes blindness. Diabetes causes a failure for wounds to heal. Unhealed wounds can become infected, leading to amputations.
And the LONGER you are diabetic, the more likely it is that you will have these other diseases.
In fact, diabetes is often NOT diagnosed until the patient complains about vision problems, sexual problems, or has a heat attack or stroke.
Now, ALL of those other disease have other causes, too. So having chest pains does NOT mean that you are diabetic. But it is VERY important to have a simple blood test done once a year to catch diabetes before it become too serious to handle.
Be SURE that you get a complete physical (including blood work) EVERY YEAR, sometime around your birthday. MAke the gift of good health your own birthday gift to yourself! Make SURE that the doctor does the A1C test, a simple test for diabetes. It IS a blood test, and requires a blood sample, but since you are having a yearly physical, the doctor should ALSO be testing liver and kidney functions, so no big deal.
IF the A1C test says that you have diabetes, then you have caught it early, and SIMPLE change in your lifestyle can prevent it from getting worse. However, wait until you have already had a stoke or heart attack, and being diabetic is the least of your problems.
Diabetic Diet:
NO sugars, avoid sweets, candies, desserts, and canned fruit. No canned fruit juices, sports drinks, energy drinks, or colas. Drink ONLY diet colas, and us4e ONLY artificial sweetener.
Low carbohydrates. Avoid starchy food (rice, corn, potatoes, breads, crackers, gravies, and pastas). Eat more fibers (green leafy vegetables), and add some protein (lean meats, like chicken or fish) for more taste and more "satisfaction").
GET MORE EXERCISE. WALK. Use the stairs, play volleyball, Bicycle. Swim.
Keep your weight NORMAL (ask your doctor what normal for you is).
Diabetes causes high blood pressure and high cholesterol. These, working together, cause heart attacks and strokes. High cholesterol is also associated with Alzheimer's Disease, so Diabetes is linked to ALzheimer's Disease.
Diabetes causes blindness. Diabetes causes a failure for wounds to heal. Unhealed wounds can become infected, leading to amputations.
And the LONGER you are diabetic, the more likely it is that you will have these other diseases.
In fact, diabetes is often NOT diagnosed until the patient complains about vision problems, sexual problems, or has a heat attack or stroke.
Now, ALL of those other disease have other causes, too. So having chest pains does NOT mean that you are diabetic. But it is VERY important to have a simple blood test done once a year to catch diabetes before it become too serious to handle.
Be SURE that you get a complete physical (including blood work) EVERY YEAR, sometime around your birthday. MAke the gift of good health your own birthday gift to yourself! Make SURE that the doctor does the A1C test, a simple test for diabetes. It IS a blood test, and requires a blood sample, but since you are having a yearly physical, the doctor should ALSO be testing liver and kidney functions, so no big deal.
IF the A1C test says that you have diabetes, then you have caught it early, and SIMPLE change in your lifestyle can prevent it from getting worse. However, wait until you have already had a stoke or heart attack, and being diabetic is the least of your problems.
Diabetic Diet:
NO sugars, avoid sweets, candies, desserts, and canned fruit. No canned fruit juices, sports drinks, energy drinks, or colas. Drink ONLY diet colas, and us4e ONLY artificial sweetener.
Low carbohydrates. Avoid starchy food (rice, corn, potatoes, breads, crackers, gravies, and pastas). Eat more fibers (green leafy vegetables), and add some protein (lean meats, like chicken or fish) for more taste and more "satisfaction").
GET MORE EXERCISE. WALK. Use the stairs, play volleyball, Bicycle. Swim.
Keep your weight NORMAL (ask your doctor what normal for you is).
What are the chances my newborn son will have diabetes if my husband is type 2?
Q. My husband is 31 years old. He got type 2 diabetes 4 years ago. We now have a newborn and I'm nervous he will get diabetes in his life as well. Anyone know the risks? Thank you!
PS - I am not diabetic and did not have gestational diabetes either. My son was born full term and of healthy weight and size.
PS - I am not diabetic and did not have gestational diabetes either. My son was born full term and of healthy weight and size.
A. It depends. It's not hereditary, it's brought on by lifestyle. You just need to make sure you teach your son healthy eating habits. Part of that will be your husband eating healthily, since a lot of what they learn is by example.
ETA: You can pass on a genetic predisposition, but that's different than being hereditary. It just means it has to be all that much more important for a proper diet and exercise.
http://diabetesplanner.com/articles_non_mem/diabetes_will_my_children_get_it.htm
Now that I have diabetes, will my children get it too?
You may have heard diabetes is genetic but genes are not the only risk factor for diabetes.
Lifestyle factors including obesity and physical inactivity leads to Type 2 diabetes. These risks coupled with a genetic predisposition are the unpleasant recipe for Type 2 diabetes.
Children as young as 4 years of age are being diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes. If a child is obese and physically inactive, he or she may in fact be heading for diabetes. Talk with your doctor or diabetes educator about a plan that is a healthy lifestyle for your entire family. The best successes for weight loss and diabetes control occurs when an entire family begins eating healthy, focusing on weight loss, and exercising.
A recent study examined prevention of diabetes among those with glucose intolerance (those with elevated blood sugars but blood sugars are not high enough to meet the diabetes diagnosis criteria). The study found risk for diabetes was reduced by 58% by those who did the following:
exercised 30 minutes daily, 5 days per week
lost of 5-7% total body weight if overweight (an example of this might be a 200 lb male losing 5% of his body weight = 10 pound weight loss)
followed a healthy meal plan.
There are many ways to decrease risk even if you are genetically predisposed for diabetes. If your child is overweight or inactive, contact their doctor. Ask about how to help your child reach a healthy body weight. Reduce risk of diabetes for your entire family.
ETA: You can pass on a genetic predisposition, but that's different than being hereditary. It just means it has to be all that much more important for a proper diet and exercise.
http://diabetesplanner.com/articles_non_mem/diabetes_will_my_children_get_it.htm
Now that I have diabetes, will my children get it too?
You may have heard diabetes is genetic but genes are not the only risk factor for diabetes.
Lifestyle factors including obesity and physical inactivity leads to Type 2 diabetes. These risks coupled with a genetic predisposition are the unpleasant recipe for Type 2 diabetes.
Children as young as 4 years of age are being diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes. If a child is obese and physically inactive, he or she may in fact be heading for diabetes. Talk with your doctor or diabetes educator about a plan that is a healthy lifestyle for your entire family. The best successes for weight loss and diabetes control occurs when an entire family begins eating healthy, focusing on weight loss, and exercising.
A recent study examined prevention of diabetes among those with glucose intolerance (those with elevated blood sugars but blood sugars are not high enough to meet the diabetes diagnosis criteria). The study found risk for diabetes was reduced by 58% by those who did the following:
exercised 30 minutes daily, 5 days per week
lost of 5-7% total body weight if overweight (an example of this might be a 200 lb male losing 5% of his body weight = 10 pound weight loss)
followed a healthy meal plan.
There are many ways to decrease risk even if you are genetically predisposed for diabetes. If your child is overweight or inactive, contact their doctor. Ask about how to help your child reach a healthy body weight. Reduce risk of diabetes for your entire family.
What are the biggest symptoms of diabetes?
Q. It runs in my family, and I've already inherited anemia from my grandma, and hypothyroidism, so I'm pretty much waiting on the diabetes. Symptoms I should watch out for?
A. increased urination, increased liquid intake and thirst, irreducible fatigue, rapid or gradual (but still realy noticable) despite the fact that diabetes will make you have a bigger appetite
if you don't wear glasses - blurred vision is a sign. but if you wear glasses - increasingly blurry vision or worse vision is a big sign (gradually worsening vision is a sign of type 2)
all of this is for type 1 diabetes
if you don't wear glasses - blurred vision is a sign. but if you wear glasses - increasingly blurry vision or worse vision is a big sign (gradually worsening vision is a sign of type 2)
all of this is for type 1 diabetes
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