Teen Health Series: Diabetes Information for Teens

Editor: Williams, Angela L.
Publication Year: 2019
Publisher: Omnigraphics, Inc.

Price: Core Collection Only This title is available on our Core subscription collections and is not available for individual purchase.
ISBN: 978-0-7808-1737-1
Category: Health & Medicine - Medicine
Image Count: 9
Book Status: Available
Table of Contents

Diabetes Information for Teens, Third Edition examines the alarming trends in diabetes prevalence, and it provides information about positive steps that can be taken. The book provides facts about the different types of diabetes, its medical management, and the roles of nutrition and physical activity in averting its consequences.

This book is found in the following Credo Collections:

Preface
Part One: Understanding Diabetes
Chapter 1—Facts and Statistics About Diabetes
Chapter 2—Who Is at Risk for Diabetes?
Chapter 3—Diabetes in Children and Adolescents
Chapter 4—Metabolic Syndrome: An Early Warning Sign
Chapter 5—Insulin Resistance and Prediabetes
Chapter 6—Type 1 Diabetes
Chapter 7—Type 2 Diabetes
Chapter 8—Double Diabetes
Chapter 9—Gestational Diabetes and Diabetes-Related Women's Concerns
Chapter 10—Monogenic Forms of Diabetes
Chapter 11—Diabetes Myths
Part Two: Medical Management of Diabetes
Chapter 12—You and Your Diabetes Care Team
Chapter 13—Steps to Manage Your Diabetes for Life
Chapter 14—Know Your Blood Sugar Numbers
Chapter 15—Blood Glucose Monitoring
Chapter 16—Glucose in Urine Test
Chapter 17—Ketones in Urine Test
Chapter 18—Diabetes Medicines
Chapter 19—Insulin Delivery Devices
Chapter 20—Managing Hypoglycemia
Chapter 21—Managing Hyperglycemia
Chapter 22—Beware of Diabetes Treatment Fraud
Part Three: The Physical Complications of Diabetes
Chapter 23—Diabetes-Related Health Concerns
Chapter 24—Diabetes, Heart Disease, and Stroke
Chapter 25—Diabetic Neuropathy
Chapter 26—Diabetic Eye Disease
Chapter 27—Diabetic Kidney Disease
Chapter 28—Gastroparesis
Chapter 29—Tooth and Gum Problems Caused by Diabetes
Chapter 30—Foot and Skin Problems Caused by Diabetes
Chapter 31—Acanthosis Nigricans and Necrobiosis Lipoidica
Chapter 32—Sexual and Bladder Problems of Diabetes
Part Four: Mental Health and Lifestyle Issues
Chapter 33—The Link Between Diabetes and Mental Health
Chapter 34—Tips for Coping with Diabetes Distress
Chapter 35—Diabetes Management at School
Chapter 36—Importance of Wearing Medical Alert Bracelets and Necklaces
Chapter 37—Driving When You Have Diabetes
Chapter 38—Traveling When You Have Diabetes
Chapter 39—Take Care of Your Diabetes During Sick Days and Special Times
Chapter 40—Managing Diabetes in the Heat
Chapter 41—Smoking and Diabetes
Chapter 42—If Your Friend or Family Member Has Diabetes
Part Five: Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Weight Management
Chapter 43—Healthy Eating for Diabetics
Chapter 44—Making Healthy Food Choices
Chapter 45—Meal Plans and Diabetes
Chapter 46—Carbohydrate Counting
Chapter 47—Diabetes and Dietary Supplements
Chapter 48—Physical Activity and Diabetes
Chapter 49—Stay at a Healthy Weight
Chapter 50—Early Weight-Loss Surgery May Improve Type 2 Diabetes and Blood Pressure Outcomes
Part Six: If You Need More Information
Chapter 51—Resources for Diabetes Information
Chapter 52—Finding Diabetes-Friendly Recipes