[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][section-separator header=’Symptoms, Diagnosis & Risks’][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Type 2 diabetes is a chronic condition characterized by high levels of blood sugar (glucose). Different from type 1 diabetes, which is typically diagnosed in childhood, type 2 diabetes is often diagnosed in adulthood and is closely linked to lifestyle factors.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text][page-link-card description=’Some of the symptoms of type 2 diabetes to be aware of, include: increased thirst, constant hunger, lack of energy (fatigue), frequent urination, blurred vision, losing substantial weight without trying, and more.’ title=’Symptoms’ link=’/about-diabetes-landing/type-2-diabetes-symptoms/’ ][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text][page-link-card description=’While there’s no definitive research yet on what causes type 2 diabetes, we do know that there are factors that can put you at higher risk for developing the disease.’ title=’Risk’ link=’/diabetes-prevention-landing/diabetes-risk-factors/’ ][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text][page-link-card description=’If your doctor suspects you may have type 2 diabetes, he can employ a few tests to confirm the diagnosis.’ title=’Diagnosis’ link=’/diabetes-overview-articles/symptoms-of-diabetes/how-is-diabetes-diagnosed/’ ][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][ad-slot slotcode=’div-gpt-ad-lb-resp-cont1′][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][section-separator header=’Management and treatment of type 2 diabetes’][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]The cornerstones of good diabetes management include following a healthy diet, regular exercise, maintaining a healthy weight, monitoring blood glucose levels daily, adhering to your prescribed medication schedule, monitoring for complications and maintaining your emotional health and well-being.
[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text][read-more link=’/healthy-living-landing/diabetes-management/managing-type-2-diabetes/’][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][ad-slot slotcode=’div-gpt-ad-lb-resp-cont2′][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][section-separator header=’Lifestyle management’][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_column_text][page-link-card description=’Preparing and eating a healthy diet is important. A variety of healthy foods are needed for a balanced diet.
‘ title=’Diet’ link=’/healthy-living-landing/diabetes-diet/’ ][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_column_text][page-link-card description=’Excess weight is associated with higher blood glucose levels and complications, so it’s important for people with diabetes who are overweight to try and lose weight.’ title=’Weight management’ link=’/diabetes-overview-articles/get-motivated-to-lose-weight/’ ][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_column_text][page-link-card description=’Exercise helps regulate insulin levels. Aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous-intensity exercise weekly.’ title=’Exercise’ link=’/healthy-living-landing/fitness-exercise/’ ][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/4″][vc_column_text][page-link-card description=’Managing your emotional well-being is as important as managing your physical health. The stresses and strains of diabetes management can sometimes seem overwhelming.’ title=’Emotional Well-Being’ link=’/healthy-living-landing/emotional-wellbeing/’ ][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][ad-slot slotcode=’div-gpt-ad-lb-resp-cont3′][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][section-separator header=’Monitoring & Medication’][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text][page-link-card description=’It is important to monitor your blood glucose levels, to make sure that they are at the targets that your healthcare team has prescribed.’ title=’Monitoring’ link=’/healthy-living-landing/diabetes-monitoring/’ ][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text][page-link-card description=’For people with type 2 diabetes, medications are often prescribed. These may include oral medications like metformin or injectable insulin, or other oral or injectable options. ‘ title=’Medication’ link=’/healthy-living-landing/medication/’ ][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text][section-separator header=’Complications’][/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]Complications of diabetes often develop gradually, and usually happen because blood glucose levels remain too high. The longer you have diabetes — and the less controlled your blood glucose levels – the higher the risk of complications. Complications of diabetes include heart disease and stroke, eye disease, kidney disease, foot ulcers, gum disease, nerve damage among others. Regular check-ups and following the diabetes management plan can help reduce the risk of complications.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text][page-link-card description=’Learn how to reduce the impact of complications.’ title=” link=’/healthy-living-landing/diabetes-management/managing-complications/’ ][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/2″][vc_column_text][page-link-card description=’Complications are due to poorly managed diabetes. There is a lot that can be done to prevent problems. ‘ title=’Preventing complications’ link=’/living-well-with-diabetes-articles/diabetes-management-articles/6-long-term-diabetes-complications-and-how-to-prevent-them/’ ][/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]
