Understanding Diabetes: Causes, Symptoms, and Management

Understanding Diabetes: Causes, Symptoms, and Management Diabetes is one of the most common chronic health conditions affecting millions of people worldwide. It occurs when the body is unable to properly regulate blood sugar (glucose) levels, leading to either too much or too little sugar in the bloodstream. If left unmanaged, diabetes can cause serious health problems such as heart disease, kidney damage, nerve issues, and vision problems. What is Diabetes? Diabetes is a metabolic disorder that affects how the body uses glucose for energy. Normally, the hormone insulin helps move sugar from the blood into cells. In diabetes, the body either does not produce enough insulin or cannot use it effectively. There are three main types of diabetes: Type 1 Diabetes : The immune system attacks insulin-producing cells. Type 2 Diabetes : The body becomes resistant to insulin, often linked to lifestyle factors. Gestational Diabetes : Develops during pregnancy and usually disappear...