Pre Diabetes

Pre diabetes is a metabolic disorder. It is a growing problem that is very closely linked with obesity. If pre diabetes remains untreated or undiagnosed it would develop in type 2 diabetes. Type 2 diabetes is a condition that cannot be fully reversed but can be treated.   The increasing number of diagnosed cases of pre diabetes is a global concern as it puts major implications on the future burden on health care.   Pre diabetes is a precursor to the onset of type 2 diabetes. This diabetic condition is described as the presence of increased blood sugar levels which are still lower than diabetic levels.   As Western diet and society is becoming pervasive the scale of problem is also growing. Alone in United States of America there are more than 40 million people suffering from pre diabetic condition.   Pre diabetes is a critical stage; as at this point the sufferer has the last chance of mending his lifestyle habits and can give a U turn to his health condition. Timely actions not even slow down but in some cases even halt the development of type 2 diabetes. Risk Factor Of Pre DiabetesThe most insidious fact of pre diabetes is that sufferer is unable to diagnose that something is going wrong until the full bloom diabetes sets in. Some people are at an increased risk of pre diabetes.

• These include those people who have a family history of diabetes.
• Though pre diabetes could be developed at any time or any stage still some races are more prone to it. These include South Asian, Native Americans and Afro Caribbeans.
• People who are either overweight or obese are also at an increased risk of pre diabetes.
• Those who are over the age of 40
• Those who have suffered from gestational diabetes
• Those who have given birth to larger babies weighing more than 9 pounds

How To Diagnose Pre DiabetesFollowing diagnostic test are required for the early detection of pre diabetes

• Fasting Plasma Glucose Test
• Oral Glucose Tolerane Test

The diagnosis of pre diabetes can only be made with the help of a doctor. If a person has some signs of pre diabetes and have a higher risk of developing diabetes then the doctor may arrange for oral glucose tolerance test. If the results of oral glucose tolerance test are touching the border lines then the doctor may prescribe a fasting blood glucose test. The results of both these tests determine whether or not you are suffering from pre diabetes. If a person fails the fasting glucose test then the person has impaired fasting glucose and if a person fails the glucose tolerance test then the person has impaired glucose tolerance. In both cases the doctor will prescribe you to take the necessary steps to delay the onset of diabetes. What Are The Symptoms Of Pre Diabetes There are many undiagnosed cases of pre diabetes. The reason is there are bright chances that a person suffers from pre diabetes without even a single symptom of diabetes. The condition can onset without any sign or symptom. However listening closely to the body and being aware of the signs of diabetes can help to detect the condition at the earliest stage. How To Stop Pre Diabetes To Change In Full Blood Diabetes The good news is that if the disease is detected early the condition can be cure with the right lifestyle choices. The principle factors that must be considered are change in the diet plan and incorporation of exercise in lifestyle. As mentioned earlier pre diabetes is a condition of elevated blood glucose levels. The adoption of healthy lifestyle choices can help to regain normal blood glucose levels.  The good news is that recent studies have shown that people with pre diabetes can successfully prevent type 2 diabetes by making healthy changes in their lifestyle. They can regain normal blood glucose levels.  Does The Insurance Policy Cover Pre Diabetes? Insurance plans vary from one to another; so it is better to check the terms and conditions of your insurance plan. Your health care professional and doctor can also help you to describe the specifics of insurance cover.