Type 2 diabetes can affect all people, regardless of age. Early symptoms of type 2 diabetes may be missed, so those affected may not even know they have the condition. An estimated one out of every three people within the early stages of type 2 diabetes are not aware they have it.
Diabetes interferes with the body’s ability to metabolize carbohydrates for energy, leading to high levels of blood sugar. These chronically high blood sugar levels increase a person’s risk of developing serious health problems.
Potential Consequences of High Blood Sugar:
* Nerve problems
* Vision loss
* Joint deformities
* Cardiovascular disease
* Diabetic coma (life-threatening)
Some of the symptoms of Type 2 Diabetes are:
- Thirst – Although people with type 2 diabetes may not have specific symptoms, an increase in thirst is one symptom that is characteristic of the condition. The increased thirst can accompany other symptoms like frequent urination, feelings of unusual hunger, dry mouth, and weight gain or loss.
- Headaches – Other symptoms that can occur if high blood sugar levels persist are fatigue, blurred vision, and headaches.
- Infections – Often type 2 diabetes is only identified after its negative health consequences are apparent. Certain infections and sores that take a long time to heal are a warning sign. Other possible signs include frequent yeast infections or urinary tract infections and itchy skin.
- Sexual Dysfunction – Since diabetes can damage the blood vessels and nerves in the sex organs, decreased sensation can develop, potentially leading to difficulties with orgasm and impotence.
Certain risk factors related to both lifestyle choices and medical conditions can increase your risk of developing type 2 diabetes. These include:
* Cigarette smoking
* Being overweight or obese, especially around the waist
* Lack of exercise
*Consuming a diet that is high in processed meat, fat, sweets, and red meats
* Triglyceride levels over 250 mg/dL and/or Low levels of “good” HDL cholesterol (below 35 mg/dL)
Type 2 diabetes is preventable in many patients. At the least, it is possible to reduce the
incidence of complications of diabetes by eating a healthy diet, getting moderate exercise, and maintaining a healthy weight. It’s also helpful for people at risk to be screened for diabetes and pre diabetes, so that management can begin early in the course of the disease. This reduces the risk of long-term problems. If you are experiencing any of the symptoms listed above, on a regular basis, see your doctor and get it checked out.
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