Two weeks ago I was told by my Doctor that I have Type 2 diabetes. Since then my sugar levels have come down from 399 to 105 - 130 range. During the past two weeks my vision has become blurry. Some say this blurry vision will pass as blood sugars get more normal. What do you think?
If I had diabetes, would it always show up in a urine test done by my family doctor?"
Diabetes is a disease in which the body does not produce or properly use insulin. Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas that allows glucose to enter the cells where it will be turned into energy.
How likely is it my children will become diabetic? I have type 2 diabetes. My 13-year-old son is concerned about his likelihood of becoming diabetic. He is overweight. There has been a lot in the media lately about the almost epidemic proportion of increasing diabetes among overweight children. Of course, I tell him he is less likely to become diabetic by controlling his weight and by exercising. What are the statistical chances for offspring? What else should I tell my children?
Could you explain insulin resistance so that I can understand it? This term seems confusing to me.
I recently found out I have type 2 diabetes and am unclear on what my blood glucose level should be. Also what are the signs I should look out for? I seem to dehydrate myself at times. I get so sick, and it takes days to get over it. I feel fatigue often. How much exercise do I need—my job is very physical—does that count? Do I need to exercise every day and for how long?
Is there any connection between sleep and the risk of getting type 2 diabetes?
What are the symptoms of diabetes? I have not been to my doctor yet but I just needed to know what some of the symptoms are before I go.
