Diabetes: What You Need to Know as You Age - Johns Hopkins …
WEBOverview. Diabetes is a problem that has many consequences: If you have the disease, your body can no longer keep its blood sugar at a healthy level. But over time, the effects of diabetes can become much more complicated. The disease can lead to serious, even life-threatening problems from your head to your toes.
Facts About Diabetes | Johns Hopkins Medicine
WEBDiabetes, also called diabetes mellitus, is a condition that affects insulin, a hormone that breaks down sugars in the food you eat and converts them into glucose to fuel the body. What You Need to Know. There are three types of diabetes: type 1, type 2 and gestational. Type 2 is the most common, and cases of both type 1 and type 2 are on the …
Type 2 Diabetes | Johns Hopkins Medicine
WEBType 2 diabetes is when your body can’t make enough insulin, or use it well. Insulin helps the cells in your body absorb glucose for energy. Without insulin, too much glucose is left in the blood. This causes high blood sugar. Type 2 …
Diabetes and Heart Disease | Johns Hopkins Medicine
WEBPeople with diabetes are 2 to 4 times more likely than others to develop cardiovascular disease. Because this risk is so high, cardiovascular disease remains the most common cause of death in people with diabetes.
Managing Diabetes: Six Healthy Steps with the Most Benefit
WEBWant to boost your overall health with diabetes? A Johns Hopkins expert offers healthy strategies to help you control your blood sugar, protect your heart, and more.
Johns Hopkins Comprehensive Diabetes Center
WEBThe Diabetes Center offers classes to help you learn how to best manage diabetes, provides nutritional instruction, and offers personalized recommendations for achieving and maintaining control of your diabetes.
Diabetes and High Blood Pressure | Johns Hopkins Medicine
WEBIn fact, a person with diabetes and high blood pressure is four times as likely to develop heart disease than someone who does not have either of the conditions. About two-thirds of adults with diabetes have blood pressure greater than 130/80 mm Hg or use prescription medications for hypertension.
Prediabetes | Johns Hopkins Medicine
WEBBefore developing type 2 diabetes, people have prediabetes. Having prediabetes means your blood glucose (sugar) levels are higher than normal, but not yet at the point that defines diabetes. However, having prediabetes means you are already at increased risk for damage to your heart, kidneys and nerves.
Complications of Diabetes | Johns Hopkins Medicine
WEBAutoimmune. People with diabetes are at an increased risk of developing certain conditions, including cardiovascular disease, foot ulcers, hypertension, nephropathy, neuropathy and retinopathy. These complications can usually be prevented with proper management. Cardiovascular Disease Screening and Management. Diabetes and …
Diabetes: Infographic | Johns Hopkins Medicine
WEBHome Health Conditions and Diseases. Diabetes: Infographic. In the coming years, the number of Americans with diabetes will likely double, reaching an estimated 44.1 million people. Learn about risk factors, screening guidelines and prevention tips. Download infographic as a PDF. Request an Appointment. 410-955-5000 Maryland.
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