Diabetes
Also called: diabetes mellitus
A group of diseases that result in too much sugar in the blood (high blood glucose).
MOST COMMON TYPES
Type 2 diabetes
A chronic condition that affects the way the body processes blood sugar (glucose).
Type 1 diabetes
A chronic condition in which the pancreas produces little or no insulin.
Prediabetes
A condition in which blood sugar is high, but not high enough to be type 2 diabetes.
Gestational diabetes
A form of high blood sugar affecting pregnant women.
For informational purposes only. Consult your local medical authority for advice.