Question 1

Is type 1 diabetes genetic?

Accepted Answer

Your genes definitely play a role in type 1, a less common form of diabetes that's often diagnosed in children and young adults.

Question 2

Is too much exercise bad for diabetes patients?

Accepted Answer

Heavy exercises can increase sugar level and also risk of hypoglycemia increases in patients on insulin treatment. Patients with few Diabetic complications such as retinopathy, neuropathy may have untoward effects if vigorous activities are done.

Question 3

6 Great Exercises for People With Diabetes

Accepted Answer

Few types are walking briskly or hiking, climbing stairs, swimming or a water-aerobics class, dancing, riding a bicycle or a stationary bicycle, taking an exercise class, playing basketball, tennis, or other sports

Question 4

How does someone with diabetes use insulin?

Accepted Answer

Insulin can be injected into the fat just below your skin with a syringe and needle or a penlike device that hold insulin with a needle attached.

Question 5

What does a successful life with diabetes Type II look like?

Accepted Answer

Each person's story and journey of handling diabetes is different. One thing which is mostly common is that with good diet, lifestyle changes, exercise and medications, most patients could lead almost a healthy lifestyle.

Question 6

How long does it take to go blind from diabetes?

Accepted Answer

There's no particular timeline that stands true for all patients, it depends on many factors such as age of diabetes onset, control of blood sugars, lifestyle and regular check ups.

Is type 1 diabetes genetic?

Is type 1 diabetes genetic?

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