Type 2 Diabetes is a result from insulin resistance, a condition which cells fail to use insulin properly. It is globally common metabolic disorder affecting many adults and now found as well in young adults and children around the world. This is known to be the most common type of diabetes known as an adult-onset diabetes and non-insulin dependent diabetes.

Persons with type 2 diabetes symptoms usually don’t know they have diabetes unless certain test are conducted, like:

* Food fasting blood glucose level diagnosed. If higher than 126 mg/dL on two occasions, diabetes is assumed.
* Oral glucose tolerance test diagnosed. If glucose level is higher than 200 mg/dL after 2 hours, diabetes is assumed.

In order to be aware of type 2 diabetes symptoms I have listed some below:

* Excessive passing of urine
* Constant thirst
* Tiredness
* Blurred vision
* Itchy skin around your genitals or regular infections like thrush
* Dry skin
* Slow healing of infections
* Weight gain or weight loss
* Erectile dysfunction
* Increase in appetite

If you have a family history of diabetes, it is recommended that you undergo glucose tests every 3 months. Expect the doctor to check on you the following:

- Blood pressure
- Skin and bones on your feet
- Sensation on your feet
- Examine the back part of your eye with a special lighted instrument called Ophthalmoscope

The following tests will help you and your doctor to prevent and/or treat diabetes from further complications:

* Blood pressure goal should be 130/80 mm/Hg or lower to be checked annually.
* Hemoglobin count every 6 months if your diabetes is well controlled or every 3 months if not.
* Cholesterol and triglyceride levels checked annually and maintain LDL level below 100 mg/dL.
* Annual kidney test to make sure kidney is working properly.
* Eye check-up at least once a year, or more if you have signs of diabetic retinopathy.
* Dental check-ups every 6 months, for dental cleaning and exam.

If your type 2 diabetes symptoms are proven to be true, you will learn basic diabetes management skills, like:

- To test and record your blood glucose
- To know the proper diet best suitable for you.
- To take medication if needed
- To recognize and treat low and high blood sugar level
- To handle sick days
- Where to buy diabetes supplies when needed
- Self- monitoring of blood glucose (SMBG)