Type 2 Diabetes Risk Factors

Risk factors include:

• Family history of diabetes
• Overweight
• Sedentary lifestyle
• Ethnic background: African American, Asian, Pacific Islander, Hispanic individuals have a higher risk than Caucasians.
• Women who have had a baby weighing over 9 pounds at birth
  

Symptoms

The following are common symptoms of diabetes:

• Frequent urination
• Increased thirst
• Slow healing cuts or sores
• Lack of energy
• Blurred vision
• Sexual dysfunction

If you are experiencing these symptoms, see your physician as soon as possible.