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Hi docs, would i possibly be at risk for hyper tension and type ii diabetes, i am 195 pounds and 20 yrs old?

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Dr. Stanley Schwartz answered

Yes: But best way to know is by family history of diabetes , high blood pressure.

Answered 9/29/2016

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A member asked:

Hi docs, would i possibly be at risk for hyper tension and type ii diabetes, i am 195 pounds and 20 yrs old?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stanley Schwartz answered

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