Diabetes screening
Overview
Diabetes screening involves blood tests to check glucose levels and detect diabetes or prediabetes before symptoms appear. Common screening methods include fasting blood glucose, A1C, and oral glucose tolerance tests to identify elevated blood sugar levels.
Common Causes
Diabetes screening may be recommended due to several common factors. Being overweight, having a sedentary lifestyle, or consuming a diet high in processed foods and sugars can increase your risk. Family history of diabetes, age over 45, and certain ethnic backgrounds also contribute to higher risk levels. Additionally, conditions like high blood pressure, previous gestational diabetes, or polycystic ovary syndrome can make screening more important for early detection and prevention.
Severity Levels
Mild: If you have risk factors like family history, obesity, or are over 45, consider annual screening even without symptoms.
Moderate: Schedule screening every 1-3 years if you have multiple risk factors such as high blood pressure, sedentary lifestyle, or previous abnormal glucose readings.
Severe: Seek immediate screening if you experience excessive thirst, frequent urination, unexplained weight loss, or have conditions like polycystic ovary syndrome or heart disease.
Medical Attention
See your healthcare provider for diabetes screening if you have risk factors such as being overweight, having a family history of diabetes, being over 45 years old, or having high blood pressure. You should also get tested if you've been diagnosed with prediabetes in the past or have symptoms like increased thirst, frequent urination, or unexplained fatigue. Regular screening is recommended every three years for adults over 45, or more frequently if you have multiple risk factors.
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