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How many people have type 2 diabetes?
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The rate of type 2 diabetes in America is ballooning, reaching unprecedented proportions in communities throughout the nation. Many questions ensue: Why are so many Americans being diagnosed with the disease? What are the implications of the epidemic? And how can individuals feel empowered in the wake of staggering statistics? Currently, an estimated 24 million Americans have type 2 diabetes, whi... See More Answers »
What is the future of type 2 diabetes in America?
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The shape of diabetes in America is changing as demographics of the disease shift. In the past, diabetes has been associated with advancing age, primarily a concern for individuals nearing their 50s and 60s. The current mean age of diagnosis, however, is 46.0, a drop of 6 years from recent averages. Now it is not uncommon for individuals in their 20s and 30s to be diagnosed. Diabetes is not quite ... See More Answers »
Does type 2 diabetes cause other health problems?
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In addition to the four main complications of diabetes (kidney disease or nephropathy, eye disease or retinopathy, nerve disease or neuropathy, and vascular disease and heart disease), diabetes can cause several other health problems. The most important among these are: Delayed wound healing Impaired emptying of the stomach with delayed and disturbed digestion (gastroparesis) Diarrhea and con... See More Answers »
What tests are used to diagnose type 2 diabetes?
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Diabetes is typically diagnosed by measuring the blood sugar level. This is typically done in a medical laboratory or doctor's office on a small sample of blood, or at home or other location with a glucometer or automatic measuring device. Since blood sugar can fluctuate moment to moment, there are several methods used by the medical laboratory to standardize the measurement. These include testing... See More Answers »
What are newborn screening tests?
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by Cleveland Clinic
All newborns are screened for certain birth defects. With early detection, these conditions can be prevented or treated. Your baby's heel will be pricked and a sample of blood taken to test for the following: Phenylketonuria (PKU) – phenylalanine, a substance found in food, cannot be processed, and leads to a buildup in the brain that can cause mental retardation Galactosemia – the sugar in... See More Answers »
Why should I exercise?
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Exercise has many benefits. Exercise can help you: maintain a healthy weight or help you reach your weight loss goals reduce the likelihood of gaining weight as you age maintain bone mass lower blood pressure, cholesterol and blood sugar levels reduce the risk of chronic conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, and osteoporosis reduce stress and improve the quality of sleep maintain a h... See More Answers »
Which foods are the best choice for a healthy diet?
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What you choose for a meal or snack can make a difference in how much you eat or how soon you will desire to eat again. Including carbohydrate and protein sources at meals might help you to feel satisfied, both at the meal and after eating. Look for carbohydrate foods that are whole grain and/or contain whole grains and fiber. Choose foods such as: whole grain breads and cereals potatoes with... See More Answers »
What happens when people with allergies encounter an allergen?
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When people with allergies encounter an allergen, their immune system starts making antibodies - specifically IgE antibodies. These antibodies are specific to the allergen, like cat dander, ragweed or dust. Thousands of these antibodies bind with the surface of special cells in body tissue known as mast cells, which lie in wait for your next exposure to the allergen in question. While they wait, ... See More Answers »
What are the symptoms of an allergic reaction?
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The body's first line of defense against potentially dangerous invaders includes the mouth, eyes, lungs, stomach and nose. When your immune system reacts to an allergen, these body parts can potentially become battlegrounds. Signs of the raging battle can include one or more of these conditions: sneezing; watery, swollen, or red eyes; nasal congestion; sinus inflammation and pressure; runny nose;... See More Answers »
Are my allergies inherited?
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Allergies can often be blamed on dad and mom. The tendency to become allergic is an inherited one. The chances that you'll be allergic go up from about 50 percent when one parent is allergic to about 75 percent to 80 percent when both of your parents have allergies. The American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology has issued estimates that as many as 50 million Americans suffer with hay fev... See More Answers »
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