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The signs and symptoms of Type I and Type II diabetes are similar, but there are some differences. Because most Type I diabetics develop their symptoms quickly they end up in the Emergency Room and are often diagnosed before any long-term signs are noticed.

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A history of gestational diabetes (high blood glucose levels during pregnancy), hypertension, high cholesterol, triglyceride and lipid levels are also risk factors that add an indirect risk to developing diabetes and lifestyle changes should be made to help control these risks. Certain prescription drugs such as steroids will also increase your risk of developing DM Type II.

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Like all hormones our body needs to keep these levels balanced to prevent damage to other organs. Current acceptable blood glucose levels should be between 80 and 120 before meals. Unfortunately with untreated diabetes these levels can get out of balance and become life-threatening.

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