Diabetes Flashcards
Diabetes
body either doesn’t make enough insulin or
can’t use the insulin it makes as well
as it should = too much sugar in blood
Type 1
autoimmune reaction that stops your body from making insulin
May have nausea/vomiting or stomach pain
Develops quickly - usually younger
At Risk for Type 1
Family History
Age - younger typically
Race = white
Type 2
doesn’t use insulin well and can’t keep blood sugar at normal levels
Minimal symptoms
Usually starts when you’re an adult
At Risk for Type 2
Overweight 45 y.o + Family members with it Physically Active <3x week Gestational Diabetes Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Race (AfAm, His > Cauc)
At Risk for Gestational Diabetes
Mother has diabetes while pregnant
Previous Gestational Diabetes Baby > 9lbs Overweight Older than 25 Fam history of type 2 PCOS Race (AfAm, His > Cauc) **Usually subsides after birth
Symptoms of Diabetes
Urinate (pee) a lot, often at night Are very thirsty Lose weight without trying Are very hungry Have blurry vision Have numb or tingling hands or feet Feel very tired Have very dry skin Have sores that heal slowly Have more infections than usual
Prediabetes
Elevated blood sugar from poor insulin response
More than ⅓ americans
90% unaware
Risks of prediabetes x3
Type 2 Diabetes
Heart Disease
Stroke
At Risk For Prediabetes/Diabetes
Overweight 45 y.o + Family members with it Physically Active <3x week Gestational Diabetes Polycystic Ovary Syndrome Race (AfAm, His > Cauc)
Preventing Diabetes x5
Work a trained coach to make lifestyle changes.
Eat healthy
Add physical activity
Manage stress
Getting support from people with similar goals and challenges.
Type 2 Diabetes
cells don’t respond normally to insulin; called insulin resistance.
Eventually your pancreas can’t keep up, and your blood sugar rise
Risks of High Blood Sugar
heart disease, vision loss, and kidney disease.
Managing Type 2 Diabetes
Diet & Exercise Insulin Injection Check Blood Sugar Regularly Keep BP & Cholesterol down Manage Stress Monitor Skin, Feet, & Eyes for problems
Managing Type 2 in Youth
More Water
Less Soda
Healthier Food
More Activity
