Type 2 diabetes care in El Paso
Roughly 90 to 95 percent of people with diabetes have type 2. Here is what it is, what causes it, and how we help you manage it.
Between type 1 and type 2 diabetes, type 2 is by far the most prevalent. Approximately 90 to 95 percent of people with diabetes have type 2, and various advancements in medicine over time have sought to address its effects.
Transmountain Primary Care offers diabetes management services for both type 1 and type 2 diabetes. We can help you or your loved ones manage your diabetes and improve your overall health.
What is type 2 diabetes?
Type 2 diabetes stems from a specific impairment in the regulation and use of sugar in the body. It is a two-pronged issue. First, cells respond poorly to insulin, a hormone that is important for storing glucose as fat, which means more insulin is needed to produce the same glucose-storing effects. Second, the pancreas does not produce enough insulin altogether, which often results in the need for exogenous insulin.
If cells are less sensitive to insulin, then less sugar can be stored in cells. This inevitably leads to high blood sugar levels, which can cause disorders in various bodily systems. This is why diabetes increases the risk of serious issues in the immune, nervous and circulatory systems.
Unlike type 1 diabetes, type 2 features a pancreas that can still produce insulin, albeit in reduced amounts. Those with type 1 do not have a pancreas that produces insulin, meaning it must all be provided from outside sources.
What causes type 2 diabetes?
The causes are still being understood, but strong correlations can be drawn between diabetes and ultraprocessed or sugary foods. Lack of exercise can be a contributing factor, as can being overweight or obese. Diabetes is also believed to be linked to genetics. However, there are always exceptions to these correlations, so it is important to watch for the signs.
Signs you may have type 2 diabetes include but are not limited to:
- Increased or uncharacteristic hunger
- Frequent urination
- Blurred vision
- Dry mouth
- Increased thirst
- Slow healing
- Tingling or pain in the feet or hands
- Yeast infection
- Itchy skin
If you have any of these symptoms and think you may have diabetes, contact us to schedule an appointment and receive more information.
Contact us for expert diabetes management
For most, diabetes is chronic and can lead to other health issues, but you can fight against it with proper guidance and management. Our team is always available to help those with type 1 or type 2 diabetes better manage their condition and take control of their lives.
If you are interested in our diabetes management services, or have more questions about the condition, call us at (915) 248-2345 to schedule an appointment.
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Call (915) 248-2345 to schedule, or stop by our Horizon City clinic. We offer same-day appointments.