Diabetes

Question 1

what is diabetes

Answer 1

diabetes is a condition in which an amount of glucose in blood cannot be controlled

Question 2

diabetes may be ..

Answer 2

• inherited from parents
• a diet high in sugar and fats
• caused by an unhealthy lifestyle

Question 3

Symptoms of diabetes

Answer 3

• frequently need to urinate
• feel thirsty
• tends to have a good appetite
• feels tired easily
• experienced blurred vision
• pass out urine that is high in sugar and attracts ants

Question 4

the risks if diabetes is left untreated

Answer 4

• uncontrolled infections of open wounds on body surfaces ( eg. skin )
• blindness ( if there is bleeding in the eye )

Question 5

diabetes can be controlled by

Answer 5

• injecting insulin before meals
• controlling diet by reducing the amount of glucose
• exercising and maintaining a healthy weight