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Type 2 diabetes - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
WEBMar 14, 2023 · Causes. Type 2 diabetes is mainly the result of two problems: Cells in muscle, fat and the liver become resistant to insulin As a result, the cells don't take in enough sugar. The pancreas can't make enough insulin to keep blood sugar levels within a healthy range. Exactly why this happens is not known.
Diabetes - types, symptoms and treatment | healthdirect
WEBSymptoms of diabetes are feeling tired, hungry or excessively thirsty, and passing more urine (wee) than usual. Common diabetic conditions are type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, gestational diabetes and pre-diabetes. You can manage diabetes by taking medicines to manage your blood glucose levels, adopting a healthy diet and being physically active.
What is diabetes? | Getting to know the basics | Diabetes UK
WEBDiabetes (otherwise known by the scientific name diabetes mellitus) is a complicated condition and there are many different types of diabetes. Here we'll take you through everything you need to know. What is diabetes? Diabetes is a serious condition where your blood glucose level is too high. It can happen when your body doesn't produce …
Diabetes: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment, Prevention, and More - Healthline
WEBJan 30, 2023 · Diabetes symptoms are caused by rising blood sugar. General symptoms. The symptoms of type 1, type 2, and type 1.5 (LADA) are the same, but they occur in a shorter period than types 2 and 1.5.
Diabetes - Diagnosis and treatment - Mayo Clinic
WEBMar 27, 2024 · Treatments for type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Treatment for type 1 diabetes involves insulin injections or the use of an insulin pump, frequent blood sugar checks, and carbohydrate counting. For some people with type 1 diabetes, pancreas transplant or islet cell transplant may be an option. Treatment of type 2 diabetes mostly involves lifestyle ...
Diabetes - World Health Organization (WHO)
WEBMay 17, 2024 · Diabetes. Diabetes is a chronic, metabolic disease characterized by elevated levels of blood glucose (or blood sugar), which leads over time to serious damage to the heart, blood vessels, eyes, kidneys and nerves. The most common is type 2 diabetes, usually in adults, which occurs when the body becomes resistant to insulin or …
Type 2 diabetes - NHS
WEBType 2 diabetes is a common condition that causes the level of sugar (glucose) in the blood to become too high. It can cause symptoms like excessive thirst, needing to pee a lot and tiredness. Many people have no symptoms. It increases your risk of getting serious problems with your eyes, feet, heart and nerves.
Diabetes New Zealand
WEBDiabetes New Zealand Incorporated is a charity that represents and supports people with diabetes. We’ve been supporting Kiwis with information and resources to help identify and manage diabetes symptom. If you’re looking for information on diabetes and likely symptoms, you’ve come to the right place. ...
Symptoms & Causes of Diabetes - NIDDK
WEBSymptoms of diabetes include. increased thirst and urination. increased hunger. fatigue. blurred vision. numbness or tingling in the feet or hands. sores that do not heal. unexplained weight loss. Symptoms of type 1 diabetes can start quickly, in a matter of weeks.
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