The two major forms of diabetes are type 1, previously called insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM) or juvenile-onset diabetes, and type 2, previously called non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM) or maturity-onset diabetes.
Both type 1 and type 2 diabetes share one central feature: elevated blood sugar (glucose) levels due to absolute or relative insufficiencies of insulin, a hormone produced by the pancreas. Insulin is a key regulator of the body's metabolism....
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Source: Harvard Decision Guide
When To Call A Professional Call your health care professional if you experience a sudden increase in thirst and urination, with or without vomiting,... Read more »
Source: Harvard Decision Guide
Prevention You can help to prevent type 2 diabetes by maintaining your ideal body weight, especially if you have a strong family history of diabetes.... Read more »
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Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Type 2 diabetes usually begins gradually and progresses slowly. Symptoms in adults include:Excessive thirstIncreased urinationFatigueBlurred... Read more »
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Insulin is essential for strict control of blood glucose levels in type 1 diabetes. Good blood glucose control is the best way to prevent major... Read more »