Type 2 Diabetes

Being Diagnosed with type 2 diabetes can be very scary, but you're not in this battle by yourself. Millions of people are winning their fight over this disease. The key to managing diabetes is knowledge, and this is a great place to start.

David's Guide to Blood Sugar Control

David Mendosa shares his tips for getting your numbers under control.

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What is Type 2 Diabetes?
Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes, accounting for 90% of cases.

Type 2 Diabetes Basics

Type 2 Diabetes Symptoms
Type 2 diabetes usually begins gradually and progresses slowly. Symptoms include excessive thirst, fatigue and weight loss.
Causes of Type 2 Diabetes
Type 2 diabetes is caused by a complicated interplay of genes, environment, insulin abnormalities and more.
Risk Factors
Being overweight, being over 45 and having a family history of diabetes are a few of the risk factors of type 2.
Screening Tests for Type 2
When should you get tested for type 2 diabetes?

If You're Already Diagnosed...

Type 2 Treatment
Major treatment goals, and information on medications and diet and exercise changes.
Diet Changes
The two schools of thought on diabetes diet, including heart-healthy and low-carb.
Type 2 Medications
The type of medications you may want to ask your doctor about. Also included: Target test scores for your diabetes health.
Long-term Complications
Patients with diabetes have higher mortality rates than nondiabetics regardless of sex, age, or other factors.

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Our Type 2 Writers

David Mendosa
Mr. Mendoza is a medical journalist living with type 2 diabetes. His articles and columns have appeared in many of the major diabetes magazines and websites.
Dr. Bill Quick
Dr. Quick is an endocrinologist and developed diabetes in 2005. He has been a specialist in diabetes care and endocrinology for over 30 years.
Gretchen Becker
Ms. Becker is a published author and humorist. Since being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, she has been devoted to learning as much as possible about this chronic disease and to help educate fellow patients.

Quiz - Are You at Risk for Type 2 Diabetes?

Have you been feeling more hungry, thirsty, or been urinating more frequently

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