Type 2 Diabetes
Type 2 Diabetes questions and answers
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Q: What is the difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes?
OR... What link exists between type 2 diabetes and lifestyle?
A: There are two main types of diabetes. These are:
Type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes
Type 1 diabetes develops if the body is unable to produce any insulin. This type of diabetes usually appears before the age of 40. Type 1 diabetes is the least common of the two main types and accounts for between 5 – 15% of all people with diabetes.
Type 2 diabetes develops when the body can still make some insulin, but not enough, or when the insulin that is produced does not work properly (known as insulin resistance). In most cases this is linked with being overweight. This type of diabetes usually appears in people over the age of 40, though in South Asian and African-Caribbean people often appears after the age of 25. However, recently, more children are being diagnosed with the condition, some as young as seven. Type 2 diabetes is the most common of the two main types and accounts for between 85 - 95% of all people with diabetes.
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Q: What is are the differences between Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes?
What is are the differences between Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes?
Main things Im looking for are:
Cause
Treatment
Lifestyle changes
Stuff like that..
Thanks =]
A: Cause:
-type 1 is usually autoimmune (body attacks insulin producing cells)
-type 2 is usually insulin resistance that the body can't keep up with. That is, the body needs more and more insulin to fulfill normal insulin requirements. Not all with insulin resistance develop diabetes. Insulin resistance is usually due in part to excess weight and poor diet. Genetics play a role, but not in a clear "1 gene causes this" type of way. It's likely the interations of many, many genes and environment.
treatment:
-type 1s need insulin, although it can be injected or with a pump
-type 2s vary. Ranges from diet and exercise alone (fairly rare) to various meds to insulin.
lifestyle changes:
-for both, diet is really important.
-type 1s have to pay really close attention to diet since how much insulin is given depends upon food intake. On the other hand, type 1s can adjust insulin depending upon food so it's easier to "cheat" by just giving extra insulin. Requires a lot of planning--testing blood sugar frequently, snacking depending upon when insulin was given, blood sugars, etc. Exercise is important, but has to be planned for to avoid/minimize low blood sugars.
-type 2s: since most are overweight, diet and exercise are very important. Weight loss should be a goal and can even help to slow down the disease process.
Check on the American Diabetes Association website for more information.
Q: Do you have any positive anecdotes of pregnancy with type 2 diabetes?
My husband is leery of attempting a pregnancy because I have type 2 diabetes. I have read about it, and while it is considered high risk, the success rates appear very positive.
Your ideas please.
A: I just had my 10 week ultra sound and we saw 2 babies. Just the shock of that was enough.Then I went to the Perinatal clinic [ in the same hospital ] and the nurse was looking for the doppler to listen for the baby's heart beat. I said I just had the ultra sound and guess what, It's twins !
She gasp and said, "great , that's just what I don't need. You are a high enough risk anyway just having diabetes "
It was so funny. Like it was her pregnancy.
It is a lot of work being pregnant with type 2 diabetes. I ended up taking a very high amount of insulin.And there are loads of tests.
You should see a perinatologist prior to becoming pregnant to know each other and get in the best possible diabetes control you can.You will have to get off of oral meds and go on insulin.It's not really that hard.
My A1c through out was 7.5 and all was well.
Good luck and best wishes.
Q: How does type 2 diabetes effect people?
I think i may have type 2 diabetes, i am going to get a blood test tomorrow. Just wondering how it effects peoples lives?
A: In my case, it woke me up. If I didn't change my eating and exercising habits, that I would end up dying a slow and miserable death like my mom did. Since then, learning all I could about healthy eating, along with daily exercise, has helped me to regain my health and stop taking medication.
Q: How can I get glimpiride and metformin without a Script. Lost my insurance but still have type 2 diabetes?
I am trying to save on a trip to the doctor. Is there a way to recieve
meds for type 2 diabetes. And is there some kind of vitamins that
produce the same result? I've been taking fish oil daily.
A: Check to see if your local health department offers a free clinic. If not, call the dr that you have gone to in the past and explain that you do not have insurance and if they might have a discount fee for people without insurance, if they don't ask them if they could recommend somewhere that you could get medical care for your diabetes at a low/no cost - they may know the locations in your area. Walmart has both of these drugs for $4 for a one month supply, and many other stores are also offering $4 prescriptions - check with your local pharmacist.
Q: Risk: Medical termination of pregnancy with type 2 diabetes?
I am a 35 year old female and have type 2 diabetes. I have a 6 month old and am now 7 weeks pregnant again. Since my husband and I feel we are not ready to have another baby, we are planning to terminate the pregnancy.
What are the risks of medical termination of pregnancy for a diabetic patient?
I had a C-section delivery of my first baby. Does it factor in ?
A: Don't have an abortion that's evil believe me after you do it then your gonna feel bad and that's gonna be on your conscious that you KILLED your OWN CHILD,,,please don't do it,,,just ask your doc if there's some ways that you could have a perfectly healthy baby...oh yeah p.s. you should have wrapped it up if you didn't want to get pregnant again,,,not trying to sound ignorant but ain't that how you got preg in the first place
Q: Is it ok to get pregnant with type 2 diabetes?
I have 2 children and have had gestational diabetes with both. I recently found out after having my second child that the gestational diabetes has turned into type 2 diabetes. I was wanting one more child before i call it quits. Does anyone know if it would be safe to have another child with this condition?
A: Absolutely, yes, you can have a safe pregnancy! I'm on my 2nd and I've been a type 2 diabetic since before either pregnancy. Here's what you really need to know:
- get your blood sugars under control before conceiving. Have your blood sugar tested every 3 months with something called a hemoglobin A1C test. This is an average of your sugars over 3 months. You need that to be about 5.5 before conceiving. The reason is that when it comes to pregnancy, the first 8 weeks are the most important for having controlled blood sugars.
- tell whoever is treating your diabetes that you are planning on more children. If you don't have an endocrinologist, this is the perfect time to get one. Even your PCP can order this test, but you will have to arm yourself with knowledge about diabetes and pregnancy if you don't have a specialist.
- you will be considered high risk. However, it's all about those blood sugars. If you keep them normal you are just like any non-diabetic pregnant woman statistically.
- lastly, I should warn you...pregnancy will most likely make your diabetes worse. Just as you didn't have gestational diabetes after your first child, but did after the second. Pregnancy puts wear and tear on the endocrine system. I was a diabetic but controlled without medications before pregnancy - after, I couldn't get off the medicine entirely even though I lost more than my baby weight. So do keep that in mind, that it will take a toll on YOUR health.
Good luck!
Q: Can a person of type 2 diabetes get a tattoo?
It's a question that I've been wondering. I have type 2 diabetes, sugar levels ok, and I was just wondering if a tattoo will affect me.
A: Well, you are risking an infection, for you know diabetic people are more prone to them. But if sugar levels are OK, the risk is not much higher. Keep it clean, and as any other person who wants a tattoo, beware of hepatitis B or C and watch that they use clean needles. Don't go to an ordinary tom dick and larry tattoo. And get it checked up by a physician.
Q: Can someone with Type 2 Diabetes join the US Military?
I have Type 2 Diabetes, which is under control. I do not have any other health problems. Would it be possible for me to join the military? Thank you for your assistance.
A: everyone so far answered correctly .. "gonecrazy" is most accurate.
Q: Does anyone have a list of foods for Type 2 Diabetes?
I have recently been told that I have Type 2 diabetes. I am looking for a list of foods I can have and a list of foods that I need to avoid. I'd like it in a list form so it can be hung on my bulletin board for quick reference.
A: I can give you the list I was given by my dr. Of course you will want to ask your dr about it.
MEATS:
Lean beef (trimmed or skinned) Quail
Lamb (trimmed or skinned) Venison
Pork (trimmed or skinned) Fish
Veal (trimmed or skinned) Shellfish
Antelope Pheasant
Rabbit Elk
Goose (trimmed or skimmed) Dove
Alligator Duck (trimmed
Chicken (trimmed or skinned) or skinned)
Turkey (trimmed or skinned)
VEGETABLES
Beans Squash
Lentils Zucchini
Peas Mushrooms
Spinach Aparagus
Turnip Greens Artichokes
Collard greens Lettuce
Hearts of palm Okra
Watercress Carrots, in moderation
Cabbage Celery
Cauliflower Brussels sprouts
Broccoli Radishes
Cucumbers Dill Pickles
Eggplant Radishes
Mirliton (chayote) Sweet potatoes
Bell peppers Onions
FRUIT
Apples Tangerines Lemons
Oranges Satsumas Limes
Pears Mangos Cherries
Peaches Berries Dates
Kiwis Honeydews Apricots
Grapes Grapefruits Plums
Cantaloupes Avocados Tomatoes
Pumpkin
DAIRY PRODUCTS
Milk Cheese Yogurt
Cream Eggs Butter
GRAINS AND CEREALS
Whole grain products, including breads and pastas (without sucrose, dextrose, maltose, honey, molases, brown sugar, or corn syrup)
brown rice
wheat bran
oat bran
other unrefined grains
oatmeal
MISCELLANEOUS
nuts
spices
garlic
chocolate (60 percent or greater cocoa)
tabasco sauce
coffee (should consume 3 or less caffeinated beverages a day)
tea
sodas and other soft drinks with artificial sweeteners
fruit juices with out added sugar
peanut butter without added sugar
pure fruit jelly without added sugar
Q: Do you know any athletes with type 2 diabetes?
I don't think I have ever met an athletic person with type 2 diabetes. I'm not talking about people who play horse shoes, bowl or shoot archery. I'm talking about runners, swimmers, soccer players, basketball players and those who really get their heart rate going.
A: It can happen but is not likely because most type 2 diabetics are over weight and fitness and being overweight just dont go together. I have type 1 diabetes so I know quite a bit about this. I have never heard of one but it can happen
Q: what is the differance between type 1 and type 2 diabetes?
what is the differance between type one and type two diabetes. nick jonas has type 1 and on tv they always talk about type two. is one worse than 2 ? or are they both about the same?
A: Can I just add to what prophet1102 said.
Type 1
Type 1 diabetes develops if the body is unable to produce any insulin. This type of diabetes usually appears before the age of 40.
Type 1 diabetes is the least common of the two main types and accounts for between 5 – 15% of all people with diabetes.
Type 2
Type 2 diabetes develops when the body can still make some insulin, but not enough, or when the insulin that is produced does not work properly (known as insulin resistance).
In most cases this is linked with being overweight.
This type of diabetes usually appears in people over the age of 40, though in South Asian and African-Caribbean people often appears after the age of 25.
However, recently, more children are being diagnosed with the condition, some as young as seven.
Type 2 diabetes is the most common of the two main types and accounts for between 85 - 95% of all people with diabetes.
There are currently over 2.3 million people with diabetes in the UK and there are more than half a million people with diabetes who have the condition and don’t know it.
Q: Are there any good, informative sites for Type 2 Diabetes?
I'm doing my informative speech on Type 2 Diabetes and I need at least three sources. I was wondering if there are three trustworthy sites I could use?
A: American Diabetes Association
Joslyn Medical Center
Q: Can I join the military if I have type 2 diabetes?
I realize that if you have type 1 diabetes you are automatically disqualified, but I control my type 2 diabetes simply by consuming a diet low in sugars and this works fine for me.
What is the militarys stance on this?
A: No. http://usmilitary.about.com/od/joiningthemilitary/a/intmedstandards.htm
Q: How does being overweight lead to type 2 diabetes?
How does being overweight lead to type 2 diabetes?
A: In addition to the answers above me I'd add, in some cases, the body only makes enough insulin to quantify a body of normal proportions. In these instances, gasto bypass surgery have had success in putting their type 2 diabetes in remission.