Q. My dad has type 2 diabetes and am wondering what the chances of myself and my bro have in developing it. I am 25yrs and have no symptoms. Well at least I dnt think I do! Can any1 tell me stastics or their thoughts on this?
Thanx.
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Thanx.
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A. As much as science and the medical community have tried with all the money funneled into research... There is still no way for sure to determine who will develop Diabetes and who won't, but there are most certainly factors that are known to contribute to its onset. One of those factors is, indeed, a family history. Others are bad lifestyle choices. It is known that obesity is a major contributor to this condition...
If you have any worries, it would be best to bring them to the attention of your health care provider. The sooner, the better...
GOOD LUCK !!!
If you have any worries, it would be best to bring them to the attention of your health care provider. The sooner, the better...
GOOD LUCK !!!
What are my chances of type 1 or 2 diabetes?
Q. Im only a teenager, and my dad has type 2 diabetes, my cousin on my dad's sude has type 1, and my grandfather, plus his 6 relatives all have type 1 and 2 on my dad's side. What are my chances of getting diabetes? What is the ratio? Can I prevent diabetes? And will I have to go to the hospital if I am diagnosed with type 1 or 2 diabetes?
A. Here are some of the symptoms:
1. Loosing weight suddenly.
2. Frequent urination.
3. Always very thirsty.
4. Dire need to eat, always hungry.
5. Blurred vision.
6. Itching of the skin.
7. Numbness in extremities (arms & lags).
8. Slow healing of wounds.
9. Vaginal yeast infection.
10. Fatigue.
11. Irritability and changes in ones mood.
These are only indicative and not conclusive. Sometimes diabetes can be without symptoms also. You will be said to have diabetes if you sugar level remains high normally. It is confirmed by testing your blood and urine sugar levels after an overnight fast and again after food/sugar syrup. If there is no sugar in your urine it is called diabetes insipidus.
1. Loosing weight suddenly.
2. Frequent urination.
3. Always very thirsty.
4. Dire need to eat, always hungry.
5. Blurred vision.
6. Itching of the skin.
7. Numbness in extremities (arms & lags).
8. Slow healing of wounds.
9. Vaginal yeast infection.
10. Fatigue.
11. Irritability and changes in ones mood.
These are only indicative and not conclusive. Sometimes diabetes can be without symptoms also. You will be said to have diabetes if you sugar level remains high normally. It is confirmed by testing your blood and urine sugar levels after an overnight fast and again after food/sugar syrup. If there is no sugar in your urine it is called diabetes insipidus.
What is the biology behind type 2 diabetes?
Q. now i've been wondering for a while what the biology is behind type 2 diabetes, would someone care to help me out, thanks
A. Type 2 diabetes happens when the body either cannot produce enough insulin to process the sugar intake OR the body's cells become unresponsive to insulin. This can happen due to a diet high in refined sugars or it can happen to a seemingly healthy eater.
When sugar is broken down, the sugars are supposed to cross into the cell wall so that they can be used for energy within the cell. With diabetes, the sugar cannot be broken down and let into the cell, so it stays on the outside of the cell. Meanwhile, the cell itself is "starving" while the blood sugar is sky high because it's all floating around outside the cells. Too much sugar where you don't need it...and not enough sugar where you do need it. Symptoms of diabetes reflect the body signaling that it is "starving" when in actuality, there is a dangerous amount of glucose present...it just can't be processed.
The link below gives you a better visual of what I'm trying to explain.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nBJN7DH83HA&feature=related
When sugar is broken down, the sugars are supposed to cross into the cell wall so that they can be used for energy within the cell. With diabetes, the sugar cannot be broken down and let into the cell, so it stays on the outside of the cell. Meanwhile, the cell itself is "starving" while the blood sugar is sky high because it's all floating around outside the cells. Too much sugar where you don't need it...and not enough sugar where you do need it. Symptoms of diabetes reflect the body signaling that it is "starving" when in actuality, there is a dangerous amount of glucose present...it just can't be processed.
The link below gives you a better visual of what I'm trying to explain.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nBJN7DH83HA&feature=related
What is the difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes symptoms?
Q. I know the difference between type 1 and 2, but is there a difference in the symptoms?
A. Difference between type 1 and type 2
What is Type 1 Diabetes?
Type 1 Diabetes is a disorder in which the body does not produce insulin (a hormone that aids in moving sugar from the blood to the cells). This type of diabetes can be due to a virus or autoimmune disorder in which the body does not recognize an organ as its own and attacks it. In this case the body attacks an organ known as the pancreas where insulin is made. This type of diabetes is usually diagnosed before age 40.
What is the treatment for Type 1 Diabetes?
Those with Type 1 Diabetes are required to take insulin injections to move sugar from the bloodstream.
What about Type 2 Diabetes?
Type 2 Diabetes occurs when insulin that the body produces is less efficient at moving sugar out of the bloodstream. Some sugar is moved out of the blood, just not as effectively compared to a person with normal insulin efficiency. High blood sugar is a result of this. Type 2 Diabetes used to be thought of as the adult onset type of diabetes. However, an alarming rate of children are now being diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes.
How is Type 2 Diabetes Treated?
Diet, exercise, weight loss, and in many cases medication are the treatment for this type of diabetes. Occasionally, someone with Type 2 may be placed on insulin to better control blood sugar. This type of diabetes is associated with physical inactivity and obesity
Take care Tin
What is Type 1 Diabetes?
Type 1 Diabetes is a disorder in which the body does not produce insulin (a hormone that aids in moving sugar from the blood to the cells). This type of diabetes can be due to a virus or autoimmune disorder in which the body does not recognize an organ as its own and attacks it. In this case the body attacks an organ known as the pancreas where insulin is made. This type of diabetes is usually diagnosed before age 40.
What is the treatment for Type 1 Diabetes?
Those with Type 1 Diabetes are required to take insulin injections to move sugar from the bloodstream.
What about Type 2 Diabetes?
Type 2 Diabetes occurs when insulin that the body produces is less efficient at moving sugar out of the bloodstream. Some sugar is moved out of the blood, just not as effectively compared to a person with normal insulin efficiency. High blood sugar is a result of this. Type 2 Diabetes used to be thought of as the adult onset type of diabetes. However, an alarming rate of children are now being diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes.
How is Type 2 Diabetes Treated?
Diet, exercise, weight loss, and in many cases medication are the treatment for this type of diabetes. Occasionally, someone with Type 2 may be placed on insulin to better control blood sugar. This type of diabetes is associated with physical inactivity and obesity
Take care Tin
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