Diabetes

An estimated 7.8% of the United States population has some form of diabetes

Diabetes is a condition when the body does not produce or properly use insulin, a hormone needed to convert sugar and starches into energy. An estimated 7.8% of the United States population has some form of diabetes.

When not properly managed, diabetes can lead to many serious effects, including but not limited to:

Heart disease
Kidney failure
Blindness
Nerve damage

Impotence
Gangrene
Amputation

Almost all effects can be prevented with proper management.

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Types of Diabetes

Type 1

Diabetes stems from the body’s inability to produce insulin. Without insulin the body cannot process and use glucose for energy.

Type 2

Diabetes stems from the body’s inability to properly use insulin. The majority of diabetic Americans have type 2 diabetes.

Gestational

Diabetes begins directly after pregnancy.

Pre-diabetes

Glucose levels are raised, but not high enough to be considered type 2 diabetes.

Types of Diabetes

Risks

There are multiple risk factors for diabetes, including:

Family history
Overweight
Lack of exercise
High blood pressure
High cholesterol
Ethnicity

Managing Diabetes

The best way to manage diabetes is to work directly with a registered nurse to develop a plan.