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- Type 2 Diabetes Resources - Diabetes Information
- Highlights
- Introduction
- Causes
- Type 2 Diabetes: Risk Factors
- Type 2 Diabetes Symptoms
- Emergency Complications
Resources
- www.diabetes.org -- American Diabetes Association
- www.niddk.nih.gov -- National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases
- www.americanheart.org -- American Heart Association
- www.kidney.org -- National Kidney Foundation
- www.nei.nih.gov -- National Eye Institute
- www.medicalert.org -- Medic Alert
- www.eatright.org -- American Dietetic Association
- http://limaye.ecri.org -- Limaye Center
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Expert & Community Posts
Insulin: First-line treatment?
By Gretchen Becker , Health Expert...physicians have different approaches to treating type 2 diabetes, but here's a common approach.... Read more »
The Times on Type 2 Diabetes: Part I
By Gretchen Becker , Health ExpertThe Times on Type 2 Diabetes Part 1 of 2 Blaming the Patient Well it's about time! ... Read more »
Flatbush diabetes
By Gretchen Becker , Health Expert...from the other parent and you'll get MODY. Type 2 diabetes is polygenic, meaning a lot of... Read more »
Ask Gretchen
By Gretchen Becker , Health Expert[Humor] Q: I just found out I have type 2 diabetes and my doctor told me I should try to lose... Read more »
Two Types
By Gretchen Becker , Health Expert...Whenever there's an article about the "epidemic" of type 2 diabetes, there's apt to be a flurry... Read more »
Health Guide
What do I need to know about diabetes?"
...type occurs when the body doesn't make enough insulin. Adult-onset diabetes mellitus, also known as type 2 diabetes mellitus - This type of diabetes happens when the body either produces low... Read more »Diabetes Diagnosis Advice -- dealing with a diabetes diagnosis
Sorry to hear that you have joined us! Type 2 diabetes is a lot to live with, but it is really manageable! And if you are depressed, I can understand. Being depressed is pretty common with us,... Read more »Don’t Become a Food Cop: Helping a Diabetic Spouse or Parent
Q: My Dad was just told he has Type 2 Diabetes, so my mom is trying to watch what he eats. Despite her good intentions, my Dad gets angry and now refers to her as the “Food Cop.” It’s not... Read more »Transfat
has also been found to raise cholesterol levels and has been associated with increased risk of heart disease. Transfat is listed under total fat on the food label. Look for foods that have zero or... Read more »Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus Symptoms
Type 2 diabetes usually begins gradually and progresses slowly. Symptoms in adults include:Excessive thirstIncreased urinationFatigueBlurred visionWeight lossIn women, vaginal yeast... Read more »Images
Medications
...control high blood sugar. It is used in patients with type 2 diabetes (non-insulin-dependent... Read more »
...program to control high blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes (non-insulin-dependent... Read more »
...program to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes (non-insulin-dependent... Read more »
...program to control high blood sugar in patients with type 2 diabetes (non-insulin-dependent... Read more »
...control high blood sugar. It is used in patients with type 2 diabetes (non-insulin-dependent... Read more »
Related News
Genes and Diabetes Increase Heart Problems
December 03, 2008(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Type 2 diabetes is a known risk factor for cardiovascular disease. It increases a person's risk of having a major cardiac event... Read summary »
Aspirin and Diabetic Cardio Risk
November 12, 2008(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Low-dose aspirin has been recommended as a primary prevention strategy for patients with an increased cardiovascular risk, but... Read summary »
Type 2 Diabetes Often Follows Gestational Diabetes
August 12, 2008(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Women who experience diabetes while they're pregnant are significantly more likely to develop type 2 diabetes following the... Read summary »
Some Diabetics at Higher Risk for Heart Disease
December 15, 2008(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- The combination of genetics and glycemic control may make some diabetics more likely to have heart disease. A new report from... Read summary »
Diabetes Risks Could Start in the Womb
May 27, 2008(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Babies with low birth weight caused by intrauterine growth retardation (IUGR) are at risk for developing adult-onset, type 2... Read summary »
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