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What is diabetes? | Getting to know the basics | Diabetes UK
Diabetes (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 enough …
Type 2 diabetes | Diabetes UK
Type 2 diabetes is high blood sugar levels due to your body not making enough of a hormone called insulin, or the insulin it makes not working properly — known as insulin resistance. High blood sugar levels over time can cause other health problems like heart attacks and strokes, as well as problems with your eyes, kidneys, and feet. These are called diabetes complications.
Diabetes mellitus | Diabetes the basics | Diabetes UK
What is diabetes mellitus? Diabetes mellitus is the scientific name for diabetes, but it is more commonly known simply as diabetes. It’s when your body can’t produce enough of a hormone called insulin, or the insulin it produces isn’t effective.
Types of diabetes | Diabetes UK
Diabetes is a complicated condition which can take many different forms. In addition to the more common types of diabetes - type 1, type 2 and gestational diabetes, there are a range of other types of diabetes, which are just as important. About 2% of people have these other types of diabetes.These include different types of monogenic diabetes, cystic …
What causes type 2 diabetes? | Diabetes UK
2023年4月13日 · Type 2 diabetes causes Type 2 diabetes is high blood sugar levels caused by a lack of a hormone called insulin. Either your body isn’t making enough or the insulin it makes doesn’t work properly. This is sometimes called insulin resistance. Lack of insulin causes glucose from what you eat or drink to build up in your blood. So you may get symptoms of type 2 diabetes.
Prediabetes | Diabetes UK | Reduce risk type 2 diabetes
What is prediabetes? Prediabetes means that your blood sugars are higher than usual, but not high enough for you to be diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. It also means that you are at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes. You are unlikely to be experiencing any symptoms with prediabetes. Prediabetes is also sometimes called borderline diabetes. Higher than normal blood sugars can be detected ...
Living with diabetes | How to manage diabetes | Diabetes UK
We know that everyone’s experience of diabetes is different. Whether you’re living with diabetes or care for a loved one who does, we’re here for you. Our website is packed full of trusted information, developed by experts. From advice about treatments and what to eat, to practical guidance and emotional support, we've got you covered.
Type 2 diabetes treatments | Diabetes UK
2023年4月13日 · What is the main treatment for type 2 diabetes? The main treatments for managing blood sugar levels if you have type 2 diabetes are: Eating well and moving more ; Weight loss
About us | What we do | Diabetes UK
We are Diabetes UK. Our vision is a world where diabetes can do no harm. It’s why we campaign for better care, give support in times of need and fund ground-breaking research into new treatments and a cure. Diabetes doesn’t stop, so neither do we.