Question 1

Should I be so worried about being a type 1 diabetic?

Accepted Answer

Over time, type 1 diabetes complications can affect major organs in your body, including heart, blood vessels, nerves, eyes and kidneys. Maintaining a normal blood sugar level can dramatically reduce the risk of many complications. Eventually, diabetes complications may be disabling or even life-threatening.

Question 2

I'm 17. Can I have diabetes?

Accepted Answer

People can develop type 1 diabetes at any age, from early childhood to adulthood, but the average age at diagnosis is 13 years. An estimated 85% of all type 1 diagnoses take place in people aged under 20 years.

Question 3

How many symptoms do I need to have to confirm my diabetes?

Accepted Answer

In most patients Diabetes does not show any symptoms or signs. So presence of zero or any symptom along with increased blood sugar levels confirm the diagnosis.

Question 4

What is 11 blood sugar?

Accepted Answer

Random blood sugar of 11 is too low, hypoglycemia. If HBA1C is 11% then it is Diabetes and needs treatment.

Question 5

Physical Activity, not Just Exercise, Key for Type 2 Diabetes

Accepted Answer

Physical exercise lowers blood glucose levels and blood pressure, improves blood flow, burns extra calories so you can keep your weight down if needed, improves your mood, can prevent falls and improve memory in older adults, may help you sleep better. Start exercising after speaking to a doctor, start slowly and increase. Few types are walking briskly or hiking, climbing stairs, swimming or a water-aerobics class, dancing, riding a bicycle or a stationary bicycle, taking an exercise class, playing basketball, tennis, or other sports

Question 6

What is the best way to cure PCOS and type 2 diabetes?

Accepted Answer

The best way to cure PCOS and type 2 diabetes is to cut down on refined sugars completely. Additionally, exercise moderately to prevent PCOS and diabetes complications.

Should I be so worried about being a type 1 diabetic?

Should I be so worried about being a type 1 diabetic?

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I'm 17. Can I have diabetes?

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