Most sore throats are caused by viruses, such as those responsible for causing colds. Strep throat is not associated with runny nose, loss of voice, diarrhea, or eye discharge (pinkeye). Most colds are not associated with fever, vomiting, or rash. However, it is possible to have a cold and Strep throat simultaneously, resulting in overlap of symptoms.
People with severe obesity are at greater risk of type 2 diabetes. than obese people with a lower BMI. Inequalities. Deprivation is closely linked to the risk of both obesity and type 2 diabetes. Prevalence of type 2 diabetes is 40% more common among people in the most.
Extra weight sometimes causes insulin resistance and is common in people with type 2 diabetes. The location of body fat also makes a difference. Extra belly fat is linked to insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, and heart and blood vessel disease. To see if your weight puts you at risk for type 2 diabetes, check out these Body Mass Index (BMI) charts. Insulin resistance Type 2 diabetes usually begins with insulin resistance, a condition in which muscle, liver, and fat cells do not use insulin well. As a result, your body needs more insulin to help glucose enter cells. At first, the pancreas makes more insulin to keep up with the added demand. Over time, the pancreas canât make enough insulin, and blood glucose levels rise. Genes and family history As in type 1 diabetes, certain genes may make you more likely to develop type 2 diabetes. 1  The disease tends to run in families and occurs more often in these racial/ethnic groups: 2  African Americans. 3  Alaska Natives. 4  American Indians. 5  Asian Americans. 6  Hispanics/Latinos. 7  Native Hawaiians. 8  Pacific Islanders.