By: Johanna Vallo
Below are signs and symptoms manifested by individuals with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus:
* Hyperglycemia – increased blood glucose to 200 mg/dL or higher secondary to lack of insulin or the cells of the body do not react properly to insulin, insulin resistance.
* Increased urinary frequency – glucose leaks into the urine and the weight of sugar in the urine triggers urge to urinate.
* Increased thirst – due to frequent urination dehydration occurs and thirst receptors are activated.
* Weight loss
Some of the major complications of Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus are listed below:
* Retinopathy – blurring of vision may occur due to continuous increased pressure in the veins and arterioles of the retina.
* Nephropathy – destruction of the nephrons secondary to the heavy weight of the sugar continuously passing through the kidneys’ filters.
Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus can be managed by diet and lifestyle modification. For a complete diet modification consult a licensed dietician or your doctor. Light exercises and weight loss can also slow or prevent the progress of the disease.
