Question 1

read an article 'a modified version of niclosamide  treats root cause of type 2 diabetes, could reverse the disease'.not yet tested.is it real info.

Accepted Answer

Not yet: If your type 2 diabetes is being well controlled why try something else, particularly not fully covered by the Food and Drug Administration - to the best of my knowledge.

Question 2

any links between autoimmune diseases and type i diabetes?

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Yes: Type 1 diabetes is caused by autoimmunity, leading to death of the beta cells in the pancreas responsible for making insulin.  Once these cells are destroyed, the pancreas can longer make insulin, and type 1 diabetes occurs.

Question 3

does a full blood count detect diabetes type 2 or diabetes type 1? is type  2 an autoimmune disease?

Accepted Answer

No: But a fasting blood glucose or Hgb a1c test would show diabetes. It does not distinguish between the two types of diabetes however.  Type 1 is often considered an autoimmune disorder but type 2 more a lifestyle issue- too much fat not enough exercise. Type 1 usually requires insulin and type 2 only on occasions (may reverse to normal with weight loss).

Question 4

would type 2 diabetes cause liver pain?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: Fatty liver associated with diabetes and that can theoretically stretch the capsule of the liver but i would look for other reasons. Gallbladder?

Question 5

can type 2 diabetes cause late periods?

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Probably not: I would pursue other causes.  Especially pregnancy.

Question 6

for what reasons might type 2 diabetes cause weight gain?

Accepted Answer

Non Compliance& Rx: Most type2 diabetics gain weight as a complication of the treatment with sulphonyl ureas, tzds and Insulin therapy.And there are others who do not follow the diet and exercise recommendations and consume more calories and burn less calories ending up with more weight gain.

Question 7

does type 2 diabetes cause scleritis ?

Accepted Answer

No: Inflammatory autoimmune diseases cause this problem.

Question 8

why does type 2 diabetes cause excessive sweating?

Accepted Answer

Usually not...: but drugs like insulin / sulfonylureas, if causing low blood sugar= hypoglycemia, will result in acute sweating

Question 9

can type 2 diabetes cause unexplained weight gain and yellow toenails?

Accepted Answer

Diabetes & Wt Gain: Type 2 diabetes is a condition of Insulin resistance meaning your body makes Insulin but it does not work as well.  As a result the body needs higher amount of Insulin to control your blood sugar.  Unfortunately, Insulin also stimulates fat formation, epecially the unhealthy fat around your waist.  The result is weight gain.  High blood sugar also promotes the growth of fungus causing yellow nails.

Question 10

is it possible that type 2 diabetes cause server swelling in your feet & lower legs?

Accepted Answer

You likely have : A reason for the swelling. Possibly, venous insufficiency, or maybe secondary to hypertension, or kidney disease.....

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