Parents or siblings with diabetes
Overview
Family history of diabetes refers to having parents, siblings, or other close relatives who have been diagnosed with type 1 or type 2 diabetes. This genetic predisposition increases an individual's risk of developing diabetes themselves due to shared hereditary factors.
Common Causes
Having parents or siblings with diabetes significantly increases your risk due to shared genetic factors that affect how your body processes blood sugar. Family members often share similar lifestyle habits around diet, exercise, and weight management, which can further contribute to diabetes development. Type 1 diabetes has a particularly strong genetic component, while Type 2 diabetes risk increases when combined with lifestyle factors like being overweight or inactive.
Severity Levels
Mild: One parent or sibling has diabetes, but no other family members are affected and the diabetes was diagnosed later in life.
Moderate: Multiple family members have diabetes, including parents or siblings, or diabetes was diagnosed at a younger age in close relatives.
Severe: Extensive family history with diabetes affecting multiple generations, early-onset diabetes in parents or siblings, or multiple close relatives with type 1 diabetes.
Medical Attention
If you have parents or siblings with diabetes, schedule regular check-ups with your healthcare provider to monitor your blood sugar levels. Seek medical attention if you experience unexplained fatigue, increased thirst, frequent urination, or sudden weight changes. Consider genetic counseling if multiple family members have diabetes to better understand your risk and develop a prevention plan.
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