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The Harmon Diabetes Center’s main location is on the campus of Research Medical Center at 2188 East Meyer Blvd., Kansas City, MO 64132
Phone: 816-276-9410
Fax: 816-523-3693
A satellite office is located on the campus of Menorah Medical Center, Building II at 12140 Nall, Overland Park, KS 66209
Map: Meyer Blvd. location
Map: Nall location |
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There are three primary categories of risks for developing diabetes. They are:
- Genetics—You can’t change this but you should know that your family history may increase your likelihood of developing diabetes. African-Americans, Hispanics, Native Americans, Asians and Pacific Islanders also have a higher susceptibility.
- Personal Health—Your past health, including conditions such as gestational diabetes, may play a role in contributing to the development of diabetes.
- Lifestyle—This is the area most within your control. Being overweight, an inactive lifestyle, smoking, high blood pressure or cholesterol can up the chances of developing diabetes.
Tip: *Losing 10 - 15 pounds can decrease your risk factors by 50%.
*Data from Diabetes Prevention Program Research Group Study, published 2002.
Risk Assessment
Take the American Diabetes Association Risk Assessment.
Symptoms
| Common Symptoms of Type I Diabetes |
Common Symptoms of Type II Diabetes |
| Frequent urination |
Fatigue |
| Increased thirst |
Blurred vision |
| Increased hunger |
Frequent infections |
| Unexplained weight loss |
Dry, itchy skin |
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Numbness and tingling in hands, legs, and feet |
If you have one or more of these diabetes symptoms, see your doctor right away.
Diagnosis
There are various blood tests that can be used to screen for diabetes.
| Diagnosis |
Fasting Test - follows 8 hours of fasting |
Casual Test - no period of fasting prior to testing |
| Diabetes |
126 mg/dL or higher |
200 mg/dL or higher and symptoms |
| Pre-diabetes |
100 to 125 mg/dL |
140 to 199 mg/dL |
| No Diabetes |
Less than 100 mg/dL |
Less than 140 mg/dL |
Complications
The longer your diabetes remains out of control, the more likely you will face complication of the disease. The complications of diabetes include problems in the following areas:
- Heart and blood vessels
- Eyes
- Kidneys
- Feet
- Nerves
- Skin and mouth
- Bones
- Sexual Function
- Emotional health
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