Is diabetes a disease?

Yes, diabetes is a disease. Diabetes occurs when the body either does not produce enough insulin, a hormone that regulates blood sugar, or does not effectively use the insulin it does produce. This results in an accumulation of glucose in the blood, leading to a range of symptoms and complications such as increased thirst, frequent urination, blurred vision, slow-healing wounds, tingling or numbness in the hands and feet, and unexpected weight loss. There are several different types of diabetes, including type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes and gestational diabetes, each with its own causes and risk factors. It's important to note that diabetes is a serious disease and can lead to serious health complications if not properly managed.


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Our job at Patients Medical is to listen, to connect the dots between a patient's medical history, symptoms, and their underlying causes. Patients Medical is a superb place for women and men to secure integrative and holistic health care from providers who give personalized care, partner with the patient to focus on the root cause of their illness, support their recovery, and help them maintain good health.

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