Tag: pancreas
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Diabetes
Diabetes is a chronic condition in which the body is unable to properly use and store glucose (a type of sugar). Glucose is the body’s main source of fuel and comes from the food we eat. Insulin, a hormone produced by the pancreas, helps the body use glucose for energy. There are two main types…
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Hyperglycaemia
Hyperglycaemia is a medical condition characterised by high levels of glucose (a type of sugar) in the blood. It is the defining feature of diabetes, and the most common symptoms of hyperglycaemia are increased thirst, frequent urination, and fatigue. Normally, the body regulates the level of glucose in the blood by releasing insulin, a hormone…
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Hypoglycaemia
Hypoglycaemia is a medical condition characterised by low levels of glucose (a type of sugar) in the blood. It is most commonly associated with diabetes, especially in people who use insulin or certain diabetes medications that can cause the blood sugar to drop too low. Normally, the body regulates the level of glucose in the…
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Type 1 vs Type 2 Diabetes
Type 1 Diabetes Type 1 diabetes, also known as juvenile diabetes or insulin-dependent diabetes, is a chronic condition in which the body’s immune system attacks and destroys the insulin-producing beta cells in the pancreas. Without enough insulin, the body is unable to properly use and store glucose (a type of sugar), which is the body’s…