What causes diobeaties?
Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease that occurs when the pancreas produces little or no insulin. Insulin is a hormone that allows glucose to enter cells for energy. Without insulin, glucose builds up in the blood, which can lead to a number of health problems, including:
- Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a serious condition that can occur when the body breaks down fat for energy instead of glucose. DKA can cause rapid weight loss, dehydration, and coma if left untreated.
- Hyperosmolar hyperglycemic nonketotic syndrome (HHNS) is another serious condition that can occur when blood sugar levels are extremely high. HHNS can cause dehydration, electrolyte imbalances, and coma if left untreated.
- Long-term complications of type 1 diabetes can include:
- Heart disease
- Kidney disease
- Blindness
- Nerve damage
- Amputation
Type 2 diabetes is a chronic condition that occurs when the body does not make enough insulin or does not use insulin well. Type 2 diabetes is the most common type of diabetes, accounting for about 95% of all cases. Risk factors for type 2 diabetes include:
- Obesity
- Family history of diabetes
- Physical inactivity
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol
- Gestational diabetes
Gestational diabetes is a type of diabetes that develops during pregnancy. Gestational diabetes usually goes away after the baby is born, but it can increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes later in life.
