Diabetes Mellitus
(
En español:
Diabetes mellitus
)
Say: dye-uh-
be
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meh
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Diabetes mellitus is sometimes called "sugar
diabetes." When someone has diabetes, his or her body
doesn't use glucose properly. Glucose, a sugar, is the main
source of energy for the body. Glucose levels are controlled by a
hormone called insulin, which is made in the pancreas. In diabetes,
the pancreas does not make enough insulin (
type 1 diabetes
) or the body can't respond normally to the insulin that is
made (
type 2 diabetes
). If diabetes is not under control - or a person doesn't know
he or she has diabetes - the person may have problems like
increased urination (peeing), extreme thirst, and unexplained
weight loss.
Note: All information is for educational purposes only. For specific medical advice,
diagnoses, and treatment, consult your doctor.
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