Type 2 Diabetes 0.0 / 5 ? Health & Social CareUnderstanding health conditions and patient care pathwaysASAQA Created by: chloejadebutlerxCreated on: 16-05-17 14:58 What is Type 2 Diabetes? When the body doesn't produce enough insulin or the body's cells don't react to insulin. 1 of 6 What causes Type 2 Diabetes? The body doesn't produce enough insulin The body's cells don't react to insulin 2 of 6 What are the Symptoms of Type 2 Diabetes? Urinating very frequently Feeling tired Slow healing wounds Feeling very thirsty Weight loss Blurred vision 3 of 6 What are the Impacts of Type 2 Diabetes? EMOTIONAL Embarrassed Worried about affect on health PHYSICAL A stroke Heart disease Kidney damage FINANCIAL Income decreases due to time off work INTELLECTUAL Greater knowledge of type 2 diabetes 4 of 6 What are the Lifestyle Changes for Type 2 Diabetes Regular exercise to increase energy demands Following a healthy diet, rich in carbohydrates but low in fats to help stabilise glucose levels Checking blood glucose levels regularly 5 of 6 What Treatment is Available for Type 2 Diabetes? Lifestyle changes Prescribed drugs e.g. metaformin 6 of 6
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