* For the present, the cells can be deprived of energy;
* Over time, high levels of blood glucose can damage the eyes, kidneys, nerves or heart.

Discovering that one suffers from diabetes is frightening. But do not despair. Type 2 diabetes is a serious disease, but people with diabetes can live healthy and happy and live for many years.

While people of all ages and races can suffer from diabetes, some groups are more at risk than others of developing type 2 diabetes. Type 2 diabetes is more common among African Americans, Latinos, Native Americans and Asian Americans / Pacific Islander, and the elderly.

Conditions and treatment
In this section, may collect information on conditions related to type 2 diabetes and how to prevent them. Among the conditions associated with type 2 diabetes are hyperglycemia and hypoglycemia. You’ll also find valuable information about insulin, the drugs are administered orally, the various diagnostic tests (with the inclusion of an A1c test), the management and control of blood glucose and tips on how you can help the health professional.

Complications
Having type 2 diabetes increases the risk of developing many serious complications. Some complications of type 2 diabetes include: heart disease (cardiovascular disease), blindness (retinopathy), nerve damage (neuropathy) and kidney damage (nephropathy). Read more about these complications and how to handle them.

The Welfare of Your Body
Have them take good care of your body be your highest priority. The time now devoted to care for their eyes, feet and skin, as well as oral and heart health, could delay or prevent the onset of dangerous complications of type 2 diabetes in the future. Moreover, some of the best things you can do for your body are to stop smoking and reduce the amount of alcohol you drink.

Common Concerns
This section is devoted to various topics that can help you live with type 1 diabetes. What do you do when you feel sick? What do you do when you travel? Can you get a flu shot if you have diabetes? How do bears have type 1 diabetes? Do you discriminate because you have diabetes? In this section you will find answers to these questions and more information.