What is type 2 diabeties

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Created on: 07-05-17 14:36

what is type 2 diabeties?

where the body does not produce enough insulin or the bodys cells do not respond to insulin

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what are symptoms of diabeties?

Frequent urination, feeling thirsty, weight loss, tired/fatigured, itchy vagina, recurrent bouts of thrush, cuts that heal slowly, blurred vision, excessive hunger

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what are the physical impacts of type 2 diabeties?

stroke, heart disease, nerve damage, foot ulcers, circulation problems, kidney damage, blindness, muscle wasting, hyperglycaemia, problems with teeth and gums

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what are the causes of type 2 diabeties?

Genetic, Lifestyle, lack of exercise, overwight

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what are the treatments for type 2 diabeties?

metformin, counselling, suport groups, monitoring glucose level, insulin injections

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what are the intellectual impacts of having type 2 diabeties?

lack of concentration, forgetful, knowledge on how to manage condition

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what are the emotional impacts of having type 2 diabeties?

stress, anxiety and depression

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what are the social impacts of having type 2 diabeties?

isolated, worried about going out for meas

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what are symptoms of diabeties?

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Frequent urination, feeling thirsty, weight loss, tired/fatigured, itchy vagina, recurrent bouts of thrush, cuts that heal slowly, blurred vision, excessive hunger