Diabetes (Endocrinology)

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What is Diabetes?

Diabetes is a condition that causes high blood glucose levels Trusted Source due to the body being unable to either produce or use insulin sufficiently to regulate glucose. Two of the most common types of diabetes are type 1 and type 2.

  • Urinate (pee) a lot, often at night.
  • Are very thirsty.
  • Lose weight without trying.
  • Are very hungry.
  • Have blurry vision.
  • Have numb or tingling hands or feet.
  • Feel very tired.
  • Have very dry skin.
  • Eye problems (retinopathy).
  • Diabetes foot problems are serious and can lead to amputation if untreated.
  • Heart attack and stroke.
  • Kidney problems (nephropathy).
  • Nerve damage (neuropathy).
  • Gum disease and other mouth problems.
  • Related conditions, like cancer.
  • Overweight, obesity, and physical inactivity.
  • Insulin resistance.
  • Genes and family history.
  • Insulin resistance.
  • Genes and family history.
  • Genetic mutations.
  • Hormonal diseases.
  • Weight. Being overweight or obese is a main risk.
  • Fat distribution. Storing fat mainly in the abdomen — rather than the hips and thighs — indicates a greater risk.
  • Inactivity.
  • Family history.
  • Race and ethnicity.
  • Blood lipid levels.
  • Age.
  • Lose extra weight. Losing weight reduces the risk of diabetes. ...
  • Be more physically active. There are many benefits to regular physical activity. ...
  • Eat healthy plant foods. Plants provide vitamins, minerals and carbohydrates in your diet. ...
  • Eat healthy fats. ...
  • Skip fad diets and make healthier choic

How is it diagnosed?

How is it diagnosed?

Depending on what type of diabetes you have, blood sugar monitoring, insulin and oral drugs may be part of your treatment. Eating a healthy diet, staying at a healthy weight and getting regular physical activity also are important parts of managing diabetes.

How is it treated?

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If you have type 1 diabetes, you'll need to use insulin to treat your diabetes. You take the insulin by injection or by using a pump. If you have Type 2 diabetes, you may have to use insulin or tablets, though you might initially be able to treat your diabetes by eating well and moving more.

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