In the early stages of diabetes, telltale signs include frequent urination and excessive thirst. In the long run, ignoring them can lead to more serious health problems.

Your nerves, kidneys, and retina can be damaged even if your blood sugar levels are mildly elevated. The longer you go without treatment and the higher your blood sugar levels, the more damage can be done.

You might have low blood sugar if you find yourself going to the bathroom more than usual, particularly at night. Your urine contains sugar when your blood sugar is high and your kidneys cannot filter it well enough. Women are more likely to suffer from urinary tract and yeast infections when exposed to more sugar in a warm, moist environment. A person with diabetes has a harder time using glucose (sugar) for energy. You may experience unexpected weight loss since your body will begin burning fat stores.

In most cases of diabetes, no one knows the exact cause. There is always a buildup of sugar in the bloodstream. This is due to a lack of, or resistance to the insulin being produced in the pancreas. It is possible to develop type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes from a combination of genetic and environmental factors. There is no clear indication of what those factors are.

Depending on the type of diabetes, there are different risk factors. It is possible that family history plays a role in all types. Type 1 diabetes is associated with environmental factors and geography.

Diabetes type 1 and diabetes type 2 are often confused by some people. However, they are very different, and as a result, it is important to keep in mind that what works for one type doesn’t work for the other.

It is estimated that 8% of people with diabetes have type 1. About 90% of people have type 2 diabetes, treatment for each can vary significantly. If you have questions about treatment give us a call or book an appointment online.

Diabetes type 1 and diabetes type 2 are often confused by some people. However, they are very different, and as a result, it is important to keep in mind that what works for one type doesn’t work for the other.

It is important to keep in mind that both are equally serious. Diabetes type 1 or type 2 can cause serious health complications due to high blood glucose (or sugar) levels. As a result, if you suffer from either condition, you must take the proper steps to manage it.

Diabetes patients are most likely to suffer from high blood sugar (hyperglycemia). In this condition, your body does not produce enough insulin, can’t absorb it properly, or becomes resistant to it altogether. A condition known as hyperglycemia occurs when the body is unable to process sugar properly.  The body cannot use sugar/glucose properly if it has too little insulin (the hormone that transports glucose from the blood into the cells). Fatigue, headaches, blurred vision, increased thirst, and increased urinary frequency are common symptoms of high blood sugar among diabetics.

Heart disease is among the most common complications associated with diabetes. Blood vessels and the nerves that control your heart can be damaged by high blood sugar over time. Diabetes is also more likely to be associated with other conditions that increase heart disease risk. Your arteries can be damaged by high blood pressure because it increases the force of blood through them.
 
Your risk of heart disease can be greatly increased if you have both high blood pressure and diabetes. Plaque can form on damaged artery walls when you have too much LDL (“bad”) cholesterol in your bloodstream. Hardening of the arteries is thought to be caused by high triglycerides (a type of fat in your blood) and low HDL (“good”) cholesterol or high LDL cholesterol. It is important for your doctor to know your blood pressure, cholesterol levels, and weight in order to determine your overall risk for heart disease.
 
Diabetes management is available at Van Nuys Urgent Care Family Medicine. We are conveniently located at 7211 Van Nuys Blvd Van Nuys, CA 91405. For more information, contact us or schedule an appointment online. We serve patients from Van Nuys CA, North Hollywood CA, Sherman Oaks CA, Panorama City, Arleta CA, Reseda CA, and surrounding areas.