Understanding Diabetes
Diabetes occurs when the body does not produce enough insulin, cannot use insulin effectively, or experiences a combination of these problems. Insulin helps glucose move from the bloodstream into the body's cells.
The main types include Type 1 diabetes, Type 2 diabetes, and gestational diabetes. Diabetes can affect people at different ages, and each type may require a different approach to evaluation and management.
Type 1 diabetesType 2 diabetesGestational diabetes
A healthcare professional can help interpret symptoms, blood glucose measurements, and relevant laboratory results.