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also whats the diff between type one and type 2
Yes, you can still get diabetes type 2. (Although less likely)
The difference between type 1 and 2 are:
Type 1: your body doesnt produce insulin.(or insuffient amounts of insulin)
Types 2: Your body doesnt absorb the Insulin as well.(usually over time)
Types 1 and 2 can both be developed but most people have type 2 because of lack of exercise and a poor diet and obesity)
With out giving up sweets all together.
You can educate yourself on the type of diabetes that your family member has. And then ask them questions about it to show that you are interested and concerned. But be careful about giving them any unsolicited advice.
Most diabetics with a well known history know what they can and can’t eat and how much and how often. They don’t have to give up sweets – they just have to count the total number of carbs.
If they seem receptive, you could offer to take walks with them each night, or work with them to create interesting, low carb recipes.
If so what at what age was it diagnosed.? Thank you!!
Thank you, Need a Sugar Fix, I hope it can go away again!!!
Most studies find that older paternal age and sometimes older maternal age is associated with offspring who develop Type 1 just like the studies of so many conditions that seem to appear from nowhere.
I thank you all for answering and yes diabetes 1 is mucho hard, but there are worse conditions. Happy Healthy New
90% of people with Type 1 diabetes have no family history. It is a polygenetic disease (multiple genes involved) that needs an environmental trigger such as a virus. Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease. It is NOT preventable or related to anything you did or did not do in any way.
It is often first diagnosed in childhood (around puberty is most common), but can also occur in infants, toddlers, and adults up to any age. When Type 1 diabetes occurs in people over 30, it is often a slow developing form called LADA (Latent Autoimmune Diabetes of Adults).
Sometimes people who get Type 1 diabetes have a family of other autoimmune disorders, such as Celiac Disease, autoimmune thyroid disease, Multiple Sclerosis, Lupus, or Rheumatoid Arthritis, but not Type 1 Diabetes.
Also, you may have had an ancestor who died of the "flu" before Insulin was discovered and before Type 1 diabetes was easily recognized. Since Type 1 diabetes is quickly fatal without insulin, and often appears after a virus, someone could have died from it with people assuming that the virus was what killed them.
Either way, it is not uncommon to have Type 1 diabetes and no family history.
I had my vision checked and was told to watch out for Glaucoma, The readings were high.. I have had Gestational Diabetes and are frequently thirsty and use the restroom alot. I had a HGBA1C test done and it was normal as well. What should I do now?
There are different types of glaucoma and most have nothing to do with diabetes. Secondary glaucoma with diabetes is usually associated with someone whose diabetes is out of control. With that said, if you’re still concerned that you might have diabetes you should have a glucose tolerance test which is best at catching early diabetes that other tests miss. As far as your eyes go, just make sure you stay on top of having your eyes examined. Sometimes for those at high risk preventative drops have been used. speak with your doctor about your concerns. Take care and good luck.
If you have gotten a random blood sugar (RBS) of 138, there are several things you need to consider. What did you eat before and how long had it been since you had eaten? If you have just eaten a large meal or something pretty sweet (within a 2 hour period before testing), then 138 is probably in the OK zone for you. The best way to test is to take a fasting blood sugar. This way you can get a pretty accurate reading of what your level is without food in your system. If you do a FBS and get a reading of over 125, your level is high.
Since you have a strong Family History of Diabetes, you are already at a higher risk of developing the condition. Diabetes is a strongly hereditary / genetic disease that is passed down through the family tree. Of course, there are other factors that you haven’t discussed that increase your risks as well.
My advice to you is to make an appointment with your doctor and have bloodwork done along with a complete physical. This way you can get everything checked out and get your conditions (should there even be any) treated medically. Don’t wait and do this ASAP.
Good luck and best wishes…
My blood sugar count is in the low 300 range which i understand is quite high…i started exercising regularly recently and feel good about the results..i’m wondering if anyone out there knows if a high blood sugar count is still ok in terms of leading a long natural active and healthy life?..I’m not exactly in great shape but i’ve led a pretty athletic life in my youth till a few years ago and am now just starting to get back in shape again…since this is the first time i’ve had a blood sugar test…will my numbers go down if i continue with my exercise regimen and cut down on my sugar and sweets intake?
Diabetes is a silent killer, It will create so much problems in your body ,that when their symptoms appear it will be difficult to cure.
In your case by simply loosing weight, avoiding in simple words eliminating sugar and sugary products will help you in bringing down your blood glucose values and lead a healthy and wonderful life.
Visit http://www.reddiabetes.com to know more about revesing diabetes.
Hope that you will find it helpful.
4 wks ago was diagnosed with pre-diabetes; 56 y/o North American caucasian F/. No family hx of diabetes; FBS 123; A1c 6.5; BMI <20. Never over weight. I eat a lot of grains; I do not eat enough fruits and vegetables. Do not eat fried foods, meat, or junk food. Drink cow’s milk for years. Walk a LOT– no car.. Any ideas of cause of pre-diabetes?
I am a 45 yr old male that was just diagnosed with pre-diabetes as well.
I wish I had known sooner to be honest.
My Dr. now is treating me as if I have full diabetes. She mentioned my weight is probably partly to blame. I am 6′2 and 240lbs…but my frame is large. I would like to drop off 20 lbs however.
My sugar levels have been at the highest 142. I am currently taking metformin X-2 a day. Plus lisiniprol to protect my kidney’s.
I was adopted so family history is out….I don’t smoke or drink and don’t eat much sweets either.
I want to get it under control. I work in a hospital now and see many dialysis patients come in and don’t want to have to do that.
Besides, diabetes can cause other worse things as well.
Looks like we are in the same boat! Good luck!
I have all of the symptoms and they are becoming more frequent in my daily life shouldf i be worried
You should get tested and know for sure if you have diabetes or are in pre diabetes stage. The sooner you know the sooner you can begin treatment.
I already exercise almost everyday, limit alchohol, sweets, sugars and carbs. Sleep 8 hours a night, and do yoga. What else can I do?
You are doing all you need to do. But, let me tell you if you’re parents have diabetes it is possible you will still get it even though you are doing all you can do. I have been told that Type 1 Diabetes is hereditary, that’s the one you get as a child. And type 2 is not hereditary, which is the one you get as an adult. Type 2 Diabetes, I think is easier to control because people with type 2 can take pills or even control their diabetes with diet and exercise alone. Best of luck to you and your family.
I already exercise almost everyday, limit alchohol, sweets, sugars and carbs. Sleep 8 hours a night, and do yoga. What else can I do?
You are doing all you need to do. But, let me tell you if you’re parents have diabetes it is possible you will still get it even though you are doing all you can do. I have been told that Type 1 Diabetes is hereditary, that’s the one you get as a child. And type 2 is not hereditary, which is the one you get as an adult. Type 2 Diabetes, I think is easier to control because people with type 2 can take pills or even control their diabetes with diet and exercise alone. Best of luck to you and your family.
