| Topic: | Diabetes (DM) |
| Title: | Understanding Type 2 Diabetes. [Como Comprender la Diabetes de Tipo 2]. |
| Author: | n/a |
| Source: | Atlanta, GA: Pritchett and Hull Associates, Inc. 2000. 2 p. |
| Availability: | Available from Pritchett and Hull Associates, Inc. 3440 Oakcliff Road, NE, Suite 110, Atlanta, GA 30340-3079. (770) 451-0602 or (800) 241-4925. Fax (800) 752-0510. Email: phsales@p-h.com. Website: www.p-h.com. PRICE: Single copy free; full-text available online at no charge. $10.50 for 50 sheets. Item number: 334. |
| Abstract: | This fact sheet helps readers understand type 2 diabetes, in which the cells of the body cannot use insulin the way they should. The result is that glucose cannot get into the cells, so it builds up in the blood, resulting in high blood glucose levels (hyperglycemia). The fact sheet describes the blood glucose levels considered to be diagnostic, the complications of diabetes, and treatment options, including insulin use, diet therapy, physical exercise and activity, drug therapy, and blood glucose monitoring (SMBG). The fact sheet is written in nontechnical language, is illustrated with simple line drawings, and is available in English or Spanish. 4 figures. |
| Format: | Factsheet |
| Language: | English. Spanish. |
| Major Keywords: | Diabetes Mellitus. Type 2 Diabetes. Blood Glucose. Complications. Diet Therapy. Drug Therapy. Patient Care Management. |
| Minor Keywords: | SMBG. Hyperglycemia. Patient Education. Insulin. Nutrition. Exercise. Diagnostic Tests. Recordkeeping. |
| Publication Number: | DMDC11709 |
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