Diabetes-related Diseases

Type 2 Diabetes

Type 2 Diabetes
Cause	The underlying cause of type 2 diabetes remains unknown, but there are risk factors that may contribute to developing this disease.
Risk factors	Age: The risk of suffering type 2 diabetes increases as you get older. Overweight: is a main risk factor for type 2 diabetes. Lack of physical activity Family history: The risk of type 2 diabetes increases if your parent or sibling (or any first-degree relative) has type 2 diabetes. High blood pressure, and high cholesterol History of heart disease History of gestational diabetes
Treatment	The aim of the treatment is to keep the patient’s blood sugar levels within the normal range, and reduce the risk of developing complications.
Treatment	Prediabetes treatment: Losing 7% of body weight. Exercising 30 minutes a day, five days a week (150 minutes per week). Type 2 diabetes treatment: Healthy lifestyle: Choose foods lower in fat and calories and higher in fiber. Aim for a minimum of 150 minutes of physical activity per week, and make sure to lose weight if it is above the normal range. Medications Insulin shots
Prevention	Healthy lifestyle choices can help prevent prediabetes, and therefore prevent type 2 diabetes. Those with risk factors (especially those over the age of 45) should undergo regular checkups and diagnostic tests to detect the disease early and avoid complications.