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Diabetes Mellitus is Chronic disorder of metabolism<\/strong> It consists of a higher than normal level of sugar (glucose) in the blood, due to a defect in hormone production Insulin<\/strong> From the pancreas or because the body's cells do not respond properly to this hormone.<\/p>\r\n\r\n

Types of diabetes<\/h3>\r\n
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    Type 1 Diabetes<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

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      It occurs as a result of immune destruction of the pancreatic cells responsible for producing insulin.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t

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      It often appears in childhood or young adulthood.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t

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      The patient needs external insulin permanently.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t

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      Type 2 Diabetes<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

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        Most common.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t

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        It results from the body's resistance to the effects of insulin or its lack of secretion over time.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t

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        It is often associated with being overweight, lack of physical activity, and genetic factors.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t

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        Gestational diabetes<\/strong><\/p>\r\n\r\n

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          It appears in some women during pregnancy due to hormonal changes.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t

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          It may disappear after birth but increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes later.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ol>\r\n

          Common symptoms<\/h3>\r\n
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            Extreme thirst and frequent urination.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t

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            Constant hunger.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t

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            Unexplained weight loss or gain.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t

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            Fatigue and exhaustion.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t

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            Slow wound healing and frequent infections.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t

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            Blurred vision.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n

            Possible complications (if untreated)<\/h3>\r\n
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              Cardiovascular diseases.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t

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              Kidney damage (kidney failure).<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t

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              Neuropathy.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t

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              Retinopathy and vision loss.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t

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              Diabetic foot.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n

              Treatment and disease management<\/h3>\r\n
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                Type I:<\/strong> Insulin + healthy diet + regular follow-up.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t

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                Type II:<\/strong> Lifestyle changes (diet, physical activity, weight loss) + oral medications, and sometimes insulin.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n \t

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                Gestational diabetes:<\/strong> Monitoring blood sugar, a special diet, and in some cases insulin.<\/p>\r\n<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n

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