7 Silent Symptoms Of Pre-diabetes
A little fatigue. An extra five pounds you can’t shake. A bruise that just won’t heal. None of these symptoms are especially eyebrow-raising on their own. But taken together, they could be signs of a silent epidemic that’s affecting more and more women across the country: pre-diabetes. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says that at least 86 million Americans—more than one in three—have the condition, which is marked by blood sugar levels that are higher than normal, but not high enough to qualify as diabetic. But as many as nine in 10 sufferers don’t know they have it, says Ashita Gupta, M.D., an endocrinologist at the Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City. “That’s because it’s common for people to feel perfectly normal and healthy while the disease is progressing,” she explains. Still, there are signs and symptoms you can watch out for. And you should, since pre-diabetes can be treated and reversed through dietary tweaks and healthy lifestyle changes when it’s caught earlier. But the longer it goes undiagnosed and untreated, the greater the chance of it turning into full-blown diabetes, which is much harder to rebound from. So in honor of November, which is American Diabetes Month, we asked Gupta to share some of the most common red flags of pre-diabetes. If you’ve experienced any of the symptoms on the slides ahead, ask your doctor to test you as soon as possible. Sudden spikes and dips in your blood sugar (which are common in those with pre-diabetes) can impair your eye’s ability to bend and focus, leading to blurred vision, says Gupta. The blurriness should go away once you get your sugar levels back into normal range. (Here are 10 other Surprising Things Your Eyes Reveal About Your Health.) One of the more well-known sig Continue reading >>
Symptoms Of Type 2 Diabetes
Type 2 diabetes can cause serious health complications. That's why it is very important to know how to spot type 2 diabetes symptoms. Even prediabetes can increase the chance of heart disease, just like type 1 or type 2 diabetes. Talk to your doctor about preventive measures you can take now to reduce the chance of developing type 2 diabetes and heart disease. The symptoms of type 2 diabetes due to high blood sugar may include: Increased thirst Increased hunger (especially after eating) Unexplained weight loss (even though you are eating and feel hungry) Fatigue (weak, tired feeling) Loss of consciousness (rare) Contact your health care provider if you have any type 2 diabetes symptoms or if you have further questions about type 2 diabetes. It's important to get diabetes testing and start a treatment plan early to prevent serious diabetes complications. Type 2 diabetes is usually not diagnosed until health complications have occurred. Most often, there are no diabetes symptoms or a very gradual development of the above symptoms of type 2 diabetes. In fact, about one out of every four people with type 2 diabetes don't know they have it. Other symptoms of type 2 diabetes may include: Slow-healing sores or cuts Itching of the skin (usually around the vaginal or groin area) Recent weight gain or unexplained weight loss Velvety dark skin changes of the neck, armpit, and groin, called acanthosis nigricans Numbness and tingling of the hands and feet Erectile dysfunction (impotency) Continue reading >>
The Light On Pcos, Weight Gain And Diabetes
A Personal Note from Dr. Cederquist: Diabetes and polycystic ovary syndrome are both scary. I have often been asked as to what the connection between these two and weight gain is. Below you will find an informative article that will shed some light on polycystic ovary syndrome, diabetes and weight gain. Ovarian cysts aren't usually a big deal. Most women get a few through the course of their lives and never even know it. On the other hand, if you ever had one burst, you'd never forget it. The rupture of an ovarian cyst can be excruciatingly painful. While it's generally harmless, medically speaking, the pain often sends women terrified to the emergency room, convinced their appendix has given out, or worse. It's not an experience you'd ever want to repeat. But women with polycystic ovary syndrome often have to. As the name implies, these gals usually have many ovarian cysts. It doesn't mean they'll rupture, or rupture any more often, but there are actually other characteristics of polycystic ovary syndrome, or PCOS, that could be more important than even that awful pain. That's because women with PCOS are far more likely to have insulin resistance, which makes them subject to higher rates of diabetes and heart disease. And not surprisingly, most women with PCOS are overweight. What's the Trouble? PCOS is both a hormonal and a metabolic disorder. Women with PCOS produce too much androgen, a male hormone. An excess of androgen can cause menstrual irregularities, weight gain, acne, excess hair growth, and the production of those ovarian cysts. They're also overwhelmingly likely to have insulin resistance, a condition that develops over time and makes it harder and harder for your body to metabolize energy, so it kicks up its insulin production to compensate. People with in Continue reading >>
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Type 2 Diabetes Symptoms Reversed: This Could Lower Blood Sugar And Help Weight Loss
Type 2 diabetes occurs when the body can’t use insulin effectively or when the body doesn’t produce enough insulin. This means glucose - or sugar - stays in the blood and isn’t used as fuel. If glucose builds up in the blood it can lead to hyperglycaemia which is toxic to organs. Now experts believe the condition could be treated by implanting sponges into fat tissue. A study has shown that in obese mice with type 2 diabetes symptoms, the implant reduced weight gain and blood sugar levels. The research was presented at the National Meeting of the American Chemical Society. Experts said the sponges, which are made of poly(lactide-co-glycolide), or PLG, help to reduce fat and lower blood sugar levels. “We’re approaching diabetes as tissue engineers,” said Professor Michael Gower, fro the University of South Carolina. “When people eat poorly, don’t exercise and are under a lot of stress, they gain weight. “When fat stores get too large, communication with other parts of the body breaks down and can lead to diabetes. What we’re trying to do is restart that conversation.” Fri, August 19, 2016 Diabetes is a common life-long health condition. There are 3.5 million people diagnosed with diabetes in the UK and an estimated 500,000 who are living undiagnosed with the condition. The experts set out to see what impact the sponges had on fat - in a bid to stimulate communication from fat to other organs and tissues. The sponges deliver pancreatic islets - or cells which stimulate hormones - into the fat. Michael Hendley, a doctoral student in Gower's USC lab, implanted PLG sponges in large abdominal fat pads in obese mice that had developed symptoms resembling those of Type 2 diabetes. In one week, the mice's fat cells, immune cells and blood vessels filled the Continue reading >>
Pre Diabetes Symptoms
Here's a fact: Most people diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes had pre diabetes symptoms that if known, could have alerted them to make diet and lifestyle changes before their diagnosis. Most physicians only pay attention to fasting blood sugar when watching for diabetes. For instance, if a patient's blood sugar is between 110-125, mg/dL, it indicates prediabetes. But blood sugar results can test in normal ranges even as diabetes is developing. If people with a type 2 diabetes diagnosis knew ALL of the pre diabetic symptoms for which to watch, it could help them avoid being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Prediabetes is defined medically as the state in which fasting blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not high enough to be classified as type 2 diabetes. Blood sugars in the prediabetic range (between 100 - 126 mg/dl) indicate insulin resistance is developing, and a metabolic syndrome diagnosis is more likely in the future. Insulin resistance (IR) is a condition in which chronically elevated blood sugar and insulin levels have resulted in an inability of body cells to respond to them normally. IR is the driving factor as insulin resistance, metabolic syndrome, prediabetes and diabetes are all linked together on a continuum. Pre Diabetes Symptoms: It's Not Just About Blood Sugar Medical information about pre diabetes comes from medical associations such as the American Diabetes Association. The ADA guidelines say that prediabetes is a function of a fasting blood sugar is between 100-125 mg/dl. However, I am convinced that signs of prediabetes can be spotted even when blood tests indicated blood sugars below 100 mg/dl. I saw this in my own life. Eight years ago, I had many of the pre diabetic symptoms listed below, but my fasting blood sugar was still classified as "n Continue reading >>
> Weight And Diabetes
A balanced diet and an active lifestyle can help all kids maintain a healthy weight. For kids with diabetes, diet and exercise are even more important because weight can affect diabetes and diabetes can affect weight. This is true for kids and teens with type 1 diabetes or type 2 diabetes. In diabetes, the body doesn't use glucose properly. Glucose, a sugar, is the main source of energy for the body. Glucose levels are controlled by a hormone called insulin, which is made in the pancreas. In type 1 diabetes, the pancreas does not make enough insulin. Undiagnosed or untreated type 1 diabetes can cause weight loss. Glucose builds up in the bloodstream if insulin isn't available to move it to the muscles. When glucose levels become high, the kidneys work to get rid of it through urine. This causes weight loss due to dehydration and loss of calories from the sugar that wasn't used as energy. Kids who develop type 1 diabetes often lose weight even though they have a normal or increased appetite. Once kids are diagnosed and treated for type 1 diabetes, weight usually returns to normal. Developing type 1 diabetes isn't related to being overweight, but keeping a healthy weight is important. Too much fat tissue can make it hard for insulin to work properly, leading to both higher insulin needs and trouble controlling blood sugar. In type 2 diabetes, the pancreas still makes insulin, but the insulin doesn't work in the body like it should and blood sugar levels get too high. Most kids and teens are overweight when they're diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. Being overweight or obese increases the risk for developing type 2 diabetes. Also, weight gain in people with type 2 diabetes makes blood sugar levels even harder to control. People with type 2 diabetes have a condition called ins Continue reading >>
9 Early Signs Of Diabetes You Must Know (#2 Is So Often Overlooked)
Diabetes is sneaky. The early symptoms can go unnoticed for months or years. In fact, 1 in 3 people with type 2 diabetes don’t know they have it. 1 in 3. Most actually do experience the early signs but don’t realise or understand what they are. Early detection and treatment can have a profound impact on your long-term health. A 3-year delay in diagnosis increases your relative risk of heart disease by 29% (1). Therefore by knowing what to look for, you can take control of the situation before it takes control of you. Diabetes Symptoms In Adults and Children Diabetes is the term given to blood sugar (glucose) levels that are too high for a sustained period of time. The signs or symptoms of high blood sugar are typically the same for both children and adults. Patients with type 1 diabetes usually develop symptoms over a sudden, short period of time. The condition is often diagnosed in an emergency setting. Type 2 diabetes on the other hand progresses quite slowly. Symptoms tend to come on gradually, which is why they are often overlooked. Some don’t experience any early symptoms at all. The following early signs of diabetes are the most common: 1. Increased urination is arguably the most common A significant increase in how often you urinate (Polyuria) is a tell-tale symptom of high blood sugar. As a point of reference, the average person pees 4 to 7 times in a 24-hour period. Waking up during the night to go, even though you already went right before bed, is a common red flag. Why does this happen?: Your kidneys are working overtime to expel the excess sugar in your blood. Sugar that the kidneys are unable to absorb must be urinated out. Therefore high sugar levels leads to more urination. 2. Excessive thirst is one of the classic early signs of diabetes Drinking u Continue reading >>
Can’t Lose Weight? Here Are Four Reasons Why…
Spring is here and many of you are probably looking forward to wearing shorts, bathing suits, and flip-flops. And it’s often this time of year when people somewhat guiltily reflect back on their eating habits over the winter. Did you gain a few pounds? Are your spring pants or skirts feeling a little tight around the waistband? It’s actually normal to put weight on over the winter. After all, you may not have been as active as you usually are, and maybe you opted for those comfort foods over lower-calorie fare, like salads. But the time is here to shed that winter weight. It’s not always easy. And sometimes people find that despite eating fewer calories, cutting out the snacks, and stepping up the exercise, the weight is stubbornly refusing to come off — or it’s taking its own sweet time. This week, I’d like to point out some reasons why it might be harder for you to lose weight (or, why you’re gaining weight). Now, most weight gain occurs because of an imbalance between food intake and physical activity (that is to say, calories in exceed calories out). But if you’ve been struggling to drop those pounds, you might consider these possible causes: Hypothyroidism. It seems all too easy to blame your weight gain on “hormones” that are out of whack. But, as I wrote back in January, thyroid disorders are more common in people with diabetes, especially among people with Type 1 diabetes. Hypothyroidism, or too having too little thyroid hormone, can not only make you feel sluggish and tired, it can cause you to gain weight (or at least, make it hard to lose weight). Have your thyroid hormone (TSH and T4) levels checked every year. If you take thyroid medicine, take it as directed and work with your health-care provider to get your dose regulated, if needed. Continue reading >>
Diabetes
What Is Diabetes? Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disorder with abnormally high blood glucose levels (hyperglycemia) as its most prominent feature. During intestinal digestion, carbohydrates and proteins are broken down into simple sugars and amino acids, respectively. The liver converts all of the sugars and some of the amino acids into glucose, a simple sugar that is used for energy by every cell in the body. Glucose passes from the bloodstream into the cells with the help of insulin, a hormone produced by the pancreas (a pear-shaped organ located just below the stomach). By attaching to receptor sites on the surface membrane of a cell, insulin promotes the movement of glucose-transport proteins from the interior of the cell to its surface, where they bind with glucose and carry it into the cell. In diabetes mellitus, several problems may interfere with this process: pancreatic insulin production may be partially or completely impaired, or body cells may become unable to respond to normal amounts of insulin efficiently. These underlying problems in fact distinguish the two main types of diabetes. In type 1 diabetes mellitus, also known as juvenile-onset diabetes, the pancreas produces little or no insulin. Type 1 diabetes develops suddenly and most commonly affects those under age 30; the average age of onset is between 12 and 14. However, type 1 diabetes accounts for only about 5 percent of cases of diabetes mellitus. In the much more common type 2 diabetes mellitus, also known as adult-onset diabetes, insulin production by the pancreas is only moderately reduced, but cells are unable to respond efficiently to insulin—a condition referred to as insulin resistance. The onset of type 2 diabetes is usually gradual and tends to affect people over age 40, particularly Continue reading >>
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Diabetes Weight Gain | Symptom No 4 Of 10 Type 2 Early Symptom Diabetes
Diabetes Weight Gain – Gaining Weight And Obesity Diabetes weight gain is often a silent first type 2 early symptom diabetes but overweight has become so common that people don’t think of it as a diabetes symptom. The United States has defined a new meaning for the term “super-sized”. A whopping 74% of adults in America are either overweight or obese, according to statistics from the Centers for Disease Control. Overweight and obesity are defined as abnormal or excessive fat accumulation that present a risk to health. A measure of obesity is the body mass index (BMI), using a person’s weight and height to determine a numerical score. A person with a BMI of 30 or more is generally considered obese. A person with a BMI equal to or more than 25 is considered overweight. Worldwide obesity has more than doubled since 1980, according to the World Health Organization. Once considered a problem only in high-income countries, overweight and obesity are now dramatically on the rise around the world in low- and middle-income countries. Diabetes weight gain is more serious than worrying about a little “muffin top” when you zip your jeans. Obesity, overweight and excessive hunger (increases diabetes weight gain) are type 2 diabetes symptoms and pose a major risk for serious diet-related chronic diseases, including diabetes, cardiovascular disease, hypertension and stroke, and certain forms of cancer. The health consequences range from increased risk of premature death, to serious chronic conditions that reduce the overall quality of life. Next to diabetes weight gain, other serious signs of type 2 diabetes symptoms include blurry vision, slow healing sores, tingling in hands and feet or recurring infections. What Does Diabetes Weight Gain Lead To? Overweight and obesit Continue reading >>
Insulin And Weight Gain
Some people with type 2 diabetes find that insulin gives them better control of their glucose levels than oral medications. However, insulin can cause slight weight gain—which can present a problem for people with type 2 diabetes. Gillian Arathuzik, R.D., L.D.N., and Certified Diabetes Educator (CDE) at Joslin, talks to us about this problem. The Weight Loss Challenge When people with diabetes first start taking insulin, they gain weight because glucose is finally getting into the cells in the body where it's desperately needed. At first, weight gain with insulin is a sign that diabetes is getting under control. But because insulin is also a growth hormone, points out Arathuzik, it promotes the storage of essential nutrients, including fats. This can be problematic for people with type 2 diabetes, for whom weight loss is often a goal. Getting Adjusted The side effect of weight gain from insulin treatment can be troublesome, but it's no reason to abandon the treatment option. "It a challenge to lose weight when taking insulin but certainly not impossible," states Arathuzik. However, it's crucial to receive proper education and guidance from a dietitian and Certified Diabetes Educator. "By changing diet, exercising and losing weight, you can make your body more insulin sensitive. Then you can reduce your dose of insulin and possibly get off it altogether." At Joslin, people with type 2 diabetes can make a smooth transition to insulin treatment if it offers them better control of glucose. Patients work with educators such as Arathuzik to find both lose weight, and prevent complications through insulin treatment. Click here for more information about insulin. To arrange a time to talk to one of Joslin's Certified Diabetes Educators, please click here. Continue reading >>
Warning Signs And Symptoms Diabetes By Type
The main symptoms of diabetes are increased urination (polyuria), thirst ( polydipsia) and tiredness. Common symptoms of type 1 and type 2 diabetes: Excessive thirst Increased urination (sometimes as often as every hour) Unexpected weight loss Nausea, perhaps vomiting Blurred vision In women, frequent vaginal infections Yeast infections (thrush) Slow-healing sores or cuts Itching skin, especially in the groin or vaginal area. Symptoms of type 1 diabetes can develop quickly, over weeks or sometimes days. Type 2 diabetes often doesn’t cause symptoms and is identified on routine screening. Acanthosis nigricans as a warning sign This is a condition that results in the darkening and thickening of certain areas of the skin, especially in the skin folds. The skin becomes light brown or brown and is sometimes slightly raised and described as velvety. Most often the condition, which typically looks like a small wart, appears on the sides or back of the neck, the armpits, under the breast, and groin. Occasionally the top of the knuckles will have a particularly unusual appearance. Acanthosis nigricans usually affects people who are very overweight. There is no cure for acanthosis nigricans, but losing weight may improve the condition. Acanthosis nigricans usually precedes diabetes. There are other conditions that are also known to cause acanthosis nigricans, including acromegaly and Cushing syndrome. Acanthosis nigricans is a skin manifestation of insulin resistance in most people. Gestational diabetes Gestational diabetes is a condition characterised by high blood sugar (glucose) levels that is first recognised during pregnancy. The condition occurs in approximately 14% of all pregnant women. It is usually diagnosed during routine screening before it causes any symptoms. Seek Continue reading >>
Early Signs And Symptoms Of Diabetes
Diabetes often goes unnoticed, as its development is often gradual. Catching early diabetic symptoms, often known as prediabetes, can truly be beneficial in reducing the consequences of uncontrolled diabetes. Understand and identify early signs and symptoms to help prevent complications linked with diabetes. With overweight and obesity on the rise, it is no surprise that the numbers of diabetes continue to grow. Catching early diabetic symptoms, often known as prediabetes, can truly be beneficial in reducing the consequences of uncontrolled diabetes. If detected before a true diabetes diagnosis, the condition may altogether be prevented with a healthful diet and consistent exercise patterns. Unfortunately, diabetes has a track record of going unnoticed, as the development of diabetes is often gradual. In fact, about one in every four individuals are living with diabetes and do not even realize it! Although diabetes may go unnoticed until a true full-fledged diagnosis, understanding and identifying early signs and symptoms can prevent complications associated with diabetes. Early Signs and Symptoms of Diabetes High Blood Sugar Elevated blood sugar is the prime diagnostic criteria for diagnosing diabetes. If you are at an increased risk of diabetes (overweight, family history, etc.), monitoring blood sugars may be an early way to reduce exacerbated or uncontrolled diabetes. Fatigue When the cells cannot uptake glucose (the body's primary energy source) from food, it is ultimately excreted out with urine. The loss of that precious, energy-offering glucose may result to energy loss and fatigue. Unexplained Weight Loss Though being overweight or obese is a risk factor for developing diabetes, weight loss may be an early sign of diabetes. Since glucose is unable to be taken u Continue reading >>
Early Signs And Symptoms Of Diabetes
Diabetes often goes unnoticed, as its development is often gradual. Catching early diabetic symptoms, often known as prediabetes, can truly be beneficial in reducing the consequences of uncontrolled diabetes. Understand and identify early signs and symptoms to help prevent complications linked with diabetes. With overweight and obesity on the rise, it is no surprise that the numbers of diabetes continue to grow. Catching early diabetic symptoms, often known as prediabetes, can truly be beneficial in reducing the consequences of uncontrolled diabetes. If detected before a true diabetes diagnosis, the condition may altogether be prevented with a healthful diet and consistent exercise patterns. Unfortunately, diabetes has a track record of going unnoticed, as the development of diabetes is often gradual. In fact, about one in every four individuals are living with diabetes and do not even realize it! Although diabetes may go unnoticed until a true full-fledged diagnosis, understanding and identifying early signs and symptoms can prevent complications associated with diabetes. Early Signs and Symptoms of Diabetes High Blood Sugar Elevated blood sugar is the prime diagnostic criteria for diagnosing diabetes. If you are at an increased risk of diabetes (overweight, family history, etc.), monitoring blood sugars may be an early way to reduce exacerbated or uncontrolled diabetes. Fatigue When the cells cannot uptake glucose (the body's primary energy source) from food, it is ultimately excreted out with urine. The loss of that precious, energy-offering glucose may result to energy loss and fatigue. Unexplained Weight Loss Though being overweight or obese is a risk factor for developing diabetes, weight loss may be an early sign of diabetes. Since glucose is unable to be taken u Continue reading >>
