<p><b>What is the best treatment for diabetes? If I have diabetes, will I end up needing dialysis? Why should I test my blood glucose if I feel fine? If I'm not overweight, why do I have diabetes?</b></p> <p><i>"The Diabetes Answer Book is a terrific resource for people with diabetes and their families, whether they are newly diagnosed or have lived with diabetes for many years."<b> - </b></i><b>Martha M. Funnell, MS, RN, CDE, Michigan Diabetes Research and Training Center</b></p> <p>At least 20.8 million people - 7 percent of the population - have diabetes, and this number is growing. The amount of information on the subject can be overwhelming, confusing, and often conflicting. The Diabetes Answer Book is a reassuring, authoritative reference for you and your family, providing sound advice, immediate answers, and essential information.</p> <ul> <li> What are the symptoms of hypoglycemia?</li> <li> If I am pregnant and have diabetes, what can I do to make sure my baby stays healthy?</li> <li> If I lose weight, will my diabetes go away?</li> <li> Why does stress affect my blood glucose so much?</li> <li> What can I do to lower my risk of getting kidney damage?</li> <li> What is the best diet for someone with diabetes?</li> </ul> <p>Written in an easy-to-read question-and-answer format, <b>The Diabetes Answer Book</b> helps you fully understand diabetes and learn how to successfully manage it day to day.</p>