Diagnosis & Symptoms
Diagnosis & Symptoms: How do you know if you have diabetes, and what type do you have? What is a normal glucose value for a person without diabetes? There are several types of diabetes, and there are specific glucose numbers that determine if you have diabetes. For more information on the Diagnosis and Symptoms of diabetes, please review the related questions below.
Questions
Q: "What is the difference between Type 1 diabetes and Type 2?"
Symptoms of Diabetes
Q: "What are the symptoms of diabetes? I have not been to my doctor yet but I just needed to know what some of the symptoms are before I go."
Causes of Diabetes
Q: "How do you get diabetes and is it genetic?"
Blurred Vision
Q: "Two weeks ago I was told by my Doctor that I have Type 2 diabetes. Since then my sugar levels have come down from 399 to 105 - 130 range. During the past two weeks my vision has become blurry. Some say this blurry vision will pass as blood sugars get more normal. What do you think?"
Borderline Diabetes = Pre-Diabetes
Q: "When do you know that you are borderline diabetic?"
Diagnosing Diabetes
Q: "If I had diabetes, would it always show up in a urine test done by my GP?"
Genetic Risk of Diabetes
Q: "How likely is it my children will become diabetic? I have type 2 diabetes. My 13-year-old son is concerned about his likelihood of becoming diabetic. He is overweight. There has been a lot in the media lately about the almost epidemic proportion of increasing diabetes among overweight children. Of course, I tell him he is less likely to become diabetic by controlling his weight and by exercising. What are the statistical chances for offspring? What else should I tell my children?"
Non-Diabetes vs. Diabetes
Q: "What are the glucose levels in a non-diabetic and a diabetic?"
Diabetes Statistics
Q: "Who does diabetes affect? Can you provide statistics?"
Important Notice: The responses provided by the team of Diabetes Educators are based on their personal experiences and expertise as practicing diabetes healthcare professionals, and are not to be considered diabetes management advice from Abbott Laboratories. Remember that information provided by the team of Diabetes Educators is for general background purposes and is not intended as a substitute for medical diagnosis or treatment by a trained professional. You should always consult your physician about any healthcare questions you may have, especially before trying a new medication, diet, fitness program, or approach to healthcare issues.
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