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Understanding Diabetes Mellitus Type 2: A Comprehensive Guide
Description
Diabetes mellitus type 2 (T2DM) is a chronic metabolic disorder characterized by elevated blood sugar (glucose) levels resulting from insulin resistance and impaired insulin secretion. Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas that allows glucose to enter cells for energy use.
In T2DM, the body either doesn't produce enough insulin or the insulin it does produce doesn't work as well as it should. Consequently, glucose accumulates in the blood, leading to various health complications if left untreated.
Associated Diseases
T2DM is strongly linked to other health conditions, including:
- Cardiovascular disease
- Stroke
- Kidney disease
- Eye damage (retinopathy)
- Neuropathy (nerve damage)
- Fatty liver disease
Did you Know ?
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 1 in 10 Americans have diabetes, with T2DM accounting for 90-95% of cases.
