Patient's question:
Does diabetes have generational inheritance? My mom has diabetes, and it's been many years, but she hasn't managed it well. Now I have it too, and my sister does too. My son is currently 20 and is fine, but will he also get diabetes in the future? It's really tough. I've already started getting him to control his diet.Doctor's answer:
The hereditary probability of type 2 diabetes across generations is 40% if the parents have diabetes during childbirth. Compared to the general population, the risk of developing diabetes is more significantly influenced by lifestyle factors. Postnatally, there is also a hereditary predisposition to diabetes, which increases the risk of developing the disease. It is advisable to follow a low-sugar, low-fat diet, maintain a light diet, engage in appropriate exercise, and enhance monitoring data. Consider purchasing a spare glucose meter.