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Exercise equipment for type 2 diabetics?

Daisy asked: My mother is 70 yrs old, has type 2 diabetes and has bad knees, high blood presure. not very physicaly active. She would like to become more active, but walking is not a good option with her bad knees. ??? Exercise equipment for type 2 diabetics? is from Diabetes Arena Related posts:Can someone who had [...]

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Should I be worried about gestational diabetes?

mommy of two girls asked: I was diagnosed with gestational diabetes at 32 weeks. I am now 35 and 6 days and just started taking insulin this week. I have been able to keep my sugar under control until now. This is my second child. But I was not diagnosed with gestational diabetes with my [...]

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If I watch how much sugar I consume do I lower my chances of gestational diabetes?

katie asked: I go for my 28 week glucose test next week. Will watching my sugar intake help so that I don’t have gestational diabetes? If I watch how much sugar I consume do I lower my chances of gestational diabetes? is from Diabetes Arena Related posts:Is it a bad thing to have lower glucose levels [...]

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How can I prevent gestational diabetes?

MAR asked: I started pregnancy 20 pounds overweight at 168. I’ve already gained 28 pounds. No body in my family has diabetes except for my father late in life because he was so big his whole life. Does being overweight mean I’ll have gestational diabetes? I’m at the beginning of my 6th month of pregnancy [...]

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Is it a bad thing to have lower glucose levels in gestational diabetes?

Misstree asked: I am 7months pregnant and have gestational diabetes. I have to check my blood sugar 4 times a day. Sometimes my numbers are lower than the guidelines. Is this bad or ok because it is lower than being too high? Is it a bad thing to have lower glucose levels in gestational [...]

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Would I have Gestational Diabetes if my mom did?

»CassyJoon« asked: My mom had gestational diabetes when she gave birth to my brothers and I. I am currently 10 weeks pregnant today and I don’t see my OB for the first time until Nov. 3rd (I’M VERY EXCITED!!!) Would her having it be hereditary? Would I have Gestational Diabetes if my mom did? is from [...]

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Is it possible to have type 1 or 2 diabetes for a long time but tests still come back normal?

Rachel W asked: i have almost all the symptoms but they arent really THAT bad. I went to the doctor and most of my tests came back normal (fasting was a little high-115) but is it possible to still end up getting type one or type 2 diabetes? Is it possible to have type 1 or [...]

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If I have gestational diabetes can I still have a midwife deliver my baby?

kims2cute asked: I am 34 weeks pregnant and was recently diagnosed with gestational diabetes. I continue to monitor my blood sugar and for the most part am able to control it with diet and exercise. I would like to have a natural childbirth without drugs and would prefer a certified nurse midwife to an MD. If [...]

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How do OGTTs determine if you have Type 2 Diabetes?

Mina asked: OGTT=Oral Glucose Tolerance Test I’ve been told that they would tell if you’re hypo or hyperglycemic but I don’t understand that because isn’t type 2 DM when you have high blood glucose levels? Where does the hypoglycemic part come in? How do OGTTs determine if you have Type 2 Diabetes? is from Diabetes Arena Related posts:If [...]

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If you get gestational diabetes do you have to take insulin or can it be monitored with pills and diet?

Sweetask asked: Are women always required to take insulin for gestational diabetes? If you get gestational diabetes do you have to take insulin or can it be monitored with pills and diet? is from Diabetes Arena No related posts.

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Are there any special breads for people with type 2 diabetes?

Nicki asked: My mom has type 2 diabetes and can not have wheat gluten. She likes wheat bread. Thanks!!! Are there any special breads for people with type 2 diabetes? is from Diabetes Arena Related posts:What food Can My Friend With Gestational Diabetes Eat? Can teens and children have type 2 diabetes? Vegetarian guidelines for people with diabetes?

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What is low & high range for pregnancy gestational diabetes test?

Mo asked: Just wondering the normal range (low & high) for the 1 hour gluscose test they give you when you’re 27 weeks pregnant to test for gestational diabetes. On the web, I found the high to be 140, but nothing about the low side is. I want to know what side of [...]

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Can someone who had type 2 diabetes but got rid of it with diet and exercise, now suffer from hypoglycemia?

Lolly asked: My friend was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes years ago, but lost 50 poiunds through ongoing diet and exercise and the doc said she basically doesn’t have it anymore. Then she started experiencing shakiness and other symptoms in between meals that goes away with food. The doctor said she is likely [...]

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What are the Signs of Type 2 Diabetes?

ShortStuff asked: I want to know what are some symtums of Type 2 diabetes or signs for 1 i know if you go the restroom continiously thats a sign. What are the Signs of Type 2 Diabetes? is from Diabetes Arena No related posts.

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If you’ve had gestational diabetes, did you have trouble getting the best rate for life insurance?

darby asked: This really stinks. I’ve been told because I had gestational diabetes two years ago, I will not qualify for the best “Preferred Plus” rate for life insurance. Anyone have a better experience? I am perfectly healthy otherwise. I am not diabetic. (I know gestational makes me predisposed, but I don’t have it now.) [...]

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