Type 2 Diabetes
Type 2 diabetes is a persistent condition in which either the insulin is overlooked by the cells or enough insulin is not produced by the body. Insulin is required by the body for the production of sugar.
Sugar is the fundamental energy for the cells in the body and the sugar is taken by the insulin from the blood. When the level of glucose is high in the blood then type 2diabetes is caused. About 90-95 percent of people are suffering with type 2 diabetes.
Causes of Type 2 Diabetes
Type 2 diabetes is caused by the following ways such as:-
- Lack of activity
- Poor diet
- Occurs when enough insulin is not produced by the pancreas
- Naturally produced insulin is not used by the body
- Being overweight or obesity
- High cholesterol or high blood pressure
Signs and Symptoms of Type 2 Diabetes
- Weight fluctuations
- Flu-like symptoms
- Nerve damage
- Tender, swollen and red gums
- Frequent infections or slow healing sores
- Blurred vision
Risk Factors of Type 2 Diabetes
Certain factors increase the risk of type 2 diabetes such as:-
- Inactivity
- Race
- Age
- Depression
- Gestational diabetes
- Weight
- Family history
When to Seek Medical Advice
If anyone notices any of the symptoms of type 2diabetes, then one should consult the doctor. One should have a regular checkup by the doctor. Before changing medication, seek the advice of health care provider.
Diagnosis of Type 2 Diabetes
The doctor takes blood tests to confirm about the disease. Sometimes simple blood tests taken cannot detect the type 2 diabetes. So, the doctor performs the following tests to diagnose the presence of type 2 diabetes such as:-
- Fasting blood glucose test
- Glycated hemoglobin test
- Random blood sugar test
- Glucose challenge test
Complications
This type of diabetes affects every organ of the body such as nerves, kidneys, heart and eyes. One can reduce the risk of complications by keeping control on the blood sugar level. Two types of complications are:-
Short Term Complications
- High blood sugar
- Low blood sugar
- Increased blood acids
Long Term Complications
- Eye, nerve and kidney damage
- Infections
- Blood and heart vessel disease
- Alzheimer’s disease
Treatment of Type 2 Diabetes
There are various treatments for treating type 2diabetes. Various drugs can be taken to treat this type of diseases such as:-
- Meglitinides
- Alpha-glucosidase inhibitors
- Insulin
- Incretin mimetics
- Biguanides
One can also keep a check on the diet and exercise properly to keep this type of diabetes.
Prevention
- One should follow some tips to prevent from type 2diabetes such as:-
- Loose excess pounds
- Eat healthy foods
- Get more physical activity
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