# What You Should Know About Diabetes **URL:** \ **Category:** General\ **Created:** [April 2, 2026, 2:17am UTC](https://www.medboundhub.com/t/what-you-should-know-about-diabetes/16553 "2026-04-02T02:17:01Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Sadia](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex033/user_avatar/www.medboundhub.com/sadia/32/4179_2.png) [@Sadia](https://www.medboundhub.com/u/Sadia)\ **Post date:** [April 2, 2026, 2:17am UTC](https://www.medboundhub.com/t/what-you-should-know-about-diabetes/16553/1 "2026-04-02T02:17:01Z")
Diabetes is a condition where blood sugar levels are higher than normal. 1 in 9 adults between 20–79 years have diabetes. 4 in 10 adults are unaware that they have diabetes. ![1000201374](https://canada1.discourse-cdn.com/flex033/uploads/medbound/original/2X/f/f6cbe4f23fd31c11c40a654e3dfc89b724b626b4.jpeg) Every individual should know these 3 major types of diabetes: - Type 1 – It is an autoimmune condition in which the pancreas produces little or no insulin. - Type 2 – It involves insulin resistance, wherein the cells do not use insulin properly. - Prediabetes – It is a warning stage wherein blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not high enough to be classified as diabetes. **Symptoms** • Increased urination (Polyuria) • Increased thirst (Polydipsia) • Increased hunger (Polyphagia) • Weakness and tiredness • Blurred vision • Unexplained weight loss Risk Factors That Predispose to Diabetes • Obesity • Age 45 or older • Family history • Race/ethnicity • Lack of physical activity **How to Manage Diabetes** • Blood sugar monitoring – using CGM (Continuous Glucose Monitor) • Healthy diet habits – carbohydrate counting and a fibre-rich diet • Regular physical activity • Adherence to prescribed medicines **Complications a Diabetes Patient Should Know About** • Low blood sugar – Hypoglycaemia • Diabetic neuropathy • Diabetic nephropathy • Heart attack and stroke • Proper foot care – check feet daily to prevent wounds Diabetes is a chronic, serious, yet manageable condition. Type 2 diabetes is largely preventable and is manageable through lifestyle changes, eating healthy, and physical activity. Untreated diabetes can cause complications, which makes early detection and monitoring crucial You educate your patients about diabetes but when did you last check your own blood sugar? ---
**Author:** ![DrMuskanJethani](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/d/258eb7/32.png) [@DrMuskanJethani](https://www.medboundhub.com/u/DrMuskanJethani)\ **Post date:** [April 3, 2026, 6:42am UTC](https://www.medboundhub.com/t/what-you-should-know-about-diabetes/16553/2 "2026-04-03T06:42:34Z")
Blood sugar levels should be checked regularly in diabetics and as a routine check up in healthy individuals. ---
**Author:** ![Sadia](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex033/user_avatar/www.medboundhub.com/sadia/32/4179_2.png) [@Sadia](https://www.medboundhub.com/u/Sadia)\ **Post date:** [April 3, 2026, 8:03am UTC](https://www.medboundhub.com/t/what-you-should-know-about-diabetes/16553/3 "2026-04-03T08:03:14Z")
Yes, you are correct. ---
**Author:** ![Parriza\_Patras](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex033/user_avatar/www.medboundhub.com/parriza_patras/32/3827_2.png) [@Parriza\_Patras](https://www.medboundhub.com/u/Parriza_Patras)\ **Post date:** [April 3, 2026, 2:18pm UTC](https://www.medboundhub.com/t/what-you-should-know-about-diabetes/16553/4 "2026-04-03T14:18:07Z")
Very well written ---
**Author:** ![Sadia](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex033/user_avatar/www.medboundhub.com/sadia/32/4179_2.png) [@Sadia](https://www.medboundhub.com/u/Sadia)\ **Post date:** [April 3, 2026, 4:14pm UTC](https://www.medboundhub.com/t/what-you-should-know-about-diabetes/16553/5 "2026-04-03T16:14:18Z")
Thankyou @Parriza_Patras ---
**Author:** ![Anushree\_Poojari2025](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex033/user_avatar/www.medboundhub.com/anushree_poojari2025/32/3958_2.png) [@Anushree\_Poojari2025](https://www.medboundhub.com/u/Anushree_Poojari2025)\ **Post date:** [April 3, 2026, 5:07pm UTC](https://www.medboundhub.com/t/what-you-should-know-about-diabetes/16553/6 "2026-04-03T17:07:06Z")
Informative post. People with the risks for type 2 diabetes should regularly monitor their blood sugar level. ---
**Author:** ![Drjulietruby](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex033/user_avatar/www.medboundhub.com/drjulietruby/32/3857_2.png) [@Drjulietruby](https://www.medboundhub.com/u/Drjulietruby)\ **Post date:** [April 3, 2026, 5:55pm UTC](https://www.medboundhub.com/t/what-you-should-know-about-diabetes/16553/7 "2026-04-03T17:55:29Z")
2 or 3 yrs before. A reminder post.well written. ---
**Author:** ![Himanshi\_ghai](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex033/user_avatar/www.medboundhub.com/himanshi_ghai/32/3702_2.png) [@Himanshi\_ghai](https://www.medboundhub.com/u/Himanshi_ghai)\ **Post date:** [April 4, 2026, 6:17am UTC](https://www.medboundhub.com/t/what-you-should-know-about-diabetes/16553/8 "2026-04-04T06:17:56Z")
This is such an important reminder 👏 ---
**Author:** ![Karuna18](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex033/user_avatar/www.medboundhub.com/karuna18/32/3939_2.png) [@Karuna18](https://www.medboundhub.com/u/Karuna18)\ **Post date:** [April 4, 2026, 8:20am UTC](https://www.medboundhub.com/t/what-you-should-know-about-diabetes/16553/9 "2026-04-04T08:20:04Z")
Good remainder post! ---
**Author:** ![Sadia](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex033/user_avatar/www.medboundhub.com/sadia/32/4179_2.png) [@Sadia](https://www.medboundhub.com/u/Sadia)\ **Post date:** [April 4, 2026, 9:21am UTC](https://www.medboundhub.com/t/what-you-should-know-about-diabetes/16553/10 "2026-04-04T09:21:14Z")
Thankyou @Drjulietruby ---
**Author:** ![Sadia](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex033/user_avatar/www.medboundhub.com/sadia/32/4179_2.png) [@Sadia](https://www.medboundhub.com/u/Sadia)\ **Post date:** [April 4, 2026, 9:21am UTC](https://www.medboundhub.com/t/what-you-should-know-about-diabetes/16553/11 "2026-04-04T09:21:46Z")
Yes, we need to keep eye on our blood sugar levels @Himanshi_ghai ---
**Author:** ![Sadia](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex033/user_avatar/www.medboundhub.com/sadia/32/4179_2.png) [@Sadia](https://www.medboundhub.com/u/Sadia)\ **Post date:** [April 4, 2026, 9:22am UTC](https://www.medboundhub.com/t/what-you-should-know-about-diabetes/16553/12 "2026-04-04T09:22:07Z")
Thankyou. @Karuna18 ---
**Author:** ![Sadia](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex033/user_avatar/www.medboundhub.com/sadia/32/4179_2.png) [@Sadia](https://www.medboundhub.com/u/Sadia)\ **Post date:** [April 4, 2026, 9:25am UTC](https://www.medboundhub.com/t/what-you-should-know-about-diabetes/16553/13 "2026-04-04T09:25:24Z")
Yes, it is mandatory for them @Anushree_Poojari2025 ---
**Author:** ![J.Aishwarya11](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex033/user_avatar/www.medboundhub.com/j.aishwarya11/32/3928_2.png) [@J.Aishwarya11](https://www.medboundhub.com/u/J.Aishwarya11)\ **Post date:** [April 4, 2026, 4:21pm UTC](https://www.medboundhub.com/t/what-you-should-know-about-diabetes/16553/14 "2026-04-04T16:21:11Z")
Very well written. ---
**Author:** ![MiriyalaSmarshitha](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex033/user_avatar/www.medboundhub.com/miriyalasmarshitha/32/3202_2.png) [@MiriyalaSmarshitha](https://www.medboundhub.com/u/MiriyalaSmarshitha)\ **Post date:** [April 4, 2026, 4:25pm UTC](https://www.medboundhub.com/t/what-you-should-know-about-diabetes/16553/15 "2026-04-04T16:25:55Z")
A routine check up is essential in the case of diabetes and regular monitoring of blood sugar levels will help up manage this condition. ---
**Author:** ![Sadia](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex033/user_avatar/www.medboundhub.com/sadia/32/4179_2.png) [@Sadia](https://www.medboundhub.com/u/Sadia)\ **Post date:** [April 4, 2026, 4:56pm UTC](https://www.medboundhub.com/t/what-you-should-know-about-diabetes/16553/16 "2026-04-04T16:56:35Z")
Thank you @J.Aishwarya11 ---
**Author:** ![Bhakti\_aherrao](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex033/user_avatar/www.medboundhub.com/bhakti_aherrao/32/3811_2.png) [@Bhakti\_aherrao](https://www.medboundhub.com/u/Bhakti_aherrao)\ **Post date:** [April 4, 2026, 6:02pm UTC](https://www.medboundhub.com/t/what-you-should-know-about-diabetes/16553/17 "2026-04-04T18:02:20Z")
Yes,we need to check our blood sugar at regular intervals. ---
**Author:** ![Sadia](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex033/user_avatar/www.medboundhub.com/sadia/32/4179_2.png) [@Sadia](https://www.medboundhub.com/u/Sadia)\ **Post date:** [April 4, 2026, 6:59pm UTC](https://www.medboundhub.com/t/what-you-should-know-about-diabetes/16553/18 "2026-04-04T18:59:38Z")
Absolutely @Bhakti_aherrao ---
**Author:** ![Vaishali26](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex033/user_avatar/www.medboundhub.com/vaishali26/32/3925_2.png) [@Vaishali26](https://www.medboundhub.com/u/Vaishali26)\ **Post date:** [April 4, 2026, 7:03pm UTC](https://www.medboundhub.com/t/what-you-should-know-about-diabetes/16553/19 "2026-04-04T19:03:23Z")
Yes it’s necessary to take adequate precautions regarding past medical history to avoid complications in future treatments. ---
**Author:** ![Sadia](https://yyz1.discourse-cdn.com/flex033/user_avatar/www.medboundhub.com/sadia/32/4179_2.png) [@Sadia](https://www.medboundhub.com/u/Sadia)\ **Post date:** [April 5, 2026, 8:06am UTC](https://www.medboundhub.com/t/what-you-should-know-about-diabetes/16553/20 "2026-04-05T08:06:05Z")
Correct @Vaishali26