information about diabetes type 2 treatment , symtoms , etc

1. Diabetes
Type II

2.  Definition
 Symptoms
 Exams and Tests
 Risk Factors
 Prevention
 Diet and Weight Control
 Treatment
 Reference
CONTENTS

3. Definition
Type 2 diabetes is a chronic (lifelong) disease
marked by high levels of sugar in the blood. It
begins when the body does not respond
correctly to insulin, a hormone released by the
pancreas

4. Symptoms
•Blurred vision
•Fatigue
•slow-healing infections
•Increased appetite
•Increased thirst
•Increased urination

5. Exams and Tests
•Fasting blood sugar level
•Cholesterol
•B/P

6. Risk Factors
•High blood sugar
•Obesity
•Family history/genetics
•Inactivity
•Poor diet

7. Prevention
•Maintain a healthy body weight
•Talk about any problems you are
having
•Exercise
•Visit your health care provider
yearly and as needed if at risk

8. Diet and Weight Control
•Choose healthy foods
•Eat controlled portions
•Manage weight
•Exercise

9. Treatment
• insulin tablets or injections
• maintaining a healthy lifestyle which
includes a healthy diet and regular
exercise

10. Reference
http://www.healthline.com/health/diabetes
www.diabetes.org