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Who is most likely to have diabetes?
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Depends: Type 1 diabetes is usually inherited, which is why it often shows up in childhood. Risk factors for type 2 diabetes include obesity, history of relatives with diabetes, having had diabetes during pregnancy or having had a large baby.
Answered 3/26/2013
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Family history: Of diabetes is best predictor, followed by obesity.
Answered 12/8/2012
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