
Diabetes: What It Is, Causes, Symptoms, Treatment & Types
What is diabetes? Diabetes is a condition that happens when your blood sugar (glucose) is too high. It develops when your pancreas doesn’t make enough insulin or any at all, or when your …
Diabetes - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Mar 27, 2024 · Diabetes mellitus refers to a group of diseases that affect how the body uses blood sugar (glucose). Glucose is an important source of energy for the cells that make up the …
Diabetes - Wikipedia
Diabetes mellitus, commonly known as diabetes, is a group of common endocrine diseases characterized by sustained high blood sugar levels. [10][11] Diabetes is due to either the …
What Is Diabetes? - NIDDK
Diabetes occurs when your blood glucose is too high, which can lead to health problems. The main types of diabetes are type 1, type 2, and gestational.
Diabetes Basics | Diabetes | CDC
May 15, 2024 · Diabetes is a chronic (long-lasting) health condition that affects how your body turns food into energy. There are three main types of diabetes: type 1, type 2, and gestational …
Diabetes - World Health Organization (WHO)
Nov 14, 2024 · Diabetes factsheet from WHO providing key facts and information on types of diabetes, symptoms, common consequences, economic impact, diagnosis and treatment, …
About Diabetes | ADA
Diabetes can affect almost every part of your body, including your brain, heart, skin, kidneys, nerves, and ears. Learn how to prevent, delay, or treat these complications through healthy …
Diabetes Resource Center - WebMD
Learn about type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment, diet, management, and diabetes prevention.
Type 2 Diabetes - MedlinePlus
Feb 3, 2025 · Diabetes is a chronic health condition in which your blood glucose levels are too high. There is no cure, but diet, exercise, medications, and weight control can help.
What is Diabetes? Types, Symptoms, and Causes - Harvard Health
Apr 18, 2022 · There are two main types of diabetes: type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes. Both are caused by problems making or using insulin, a hormone that makes it possible for cells to …