Prediabetes

In this exclusive interview transcript, Dr. Stanley Schwartz discusses the proposed new diabetes classification, which seeks to not only just classify but to help in determining what type of treatment might be best for that patient.

How can diabetes progression be prevented in patients with nondiabetic hyperglycemia?

Elevated 1-hour level proves significant despite 2-hour level within normal glucose tolerance range.

Higher level of cardiorespiratory fitness (CRF) over two decades was shown to reduce risk for developing prediabetes and T2, even after adjusting for changes in BMI.

Age-adjusted hospitalization rates for acute MI and stroke on the rise as more people are diagnosed with diabetes and prediabetes.

According to a BMJ study, men with prediabetes who increased their physical activity levels and women with prediabetes who reduced their waist circumference had lower risks of progressing to diabetes.

Using a continuous glucose monitor helps those with prediabetes and type 2 diabetes to self-regulate their exercise.

Study finds less than one quarter of patients categorized as prediabetic received prediabetes treatment from their healthcare provider.

Six-month regimen of 30 mg zinc sulfate once daily found effective compared with those on placebo, according to study.

Overall prevalence of diabetes may have increased, but undiagnosed diabetes may be declining.