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Overview, Types, Incidence, Symptoms, Diagnosis, Foot CareOverview
Diabetes mellitus, also called diabetes is a metabolic disorder characterized by high blood sugar (glucose) levels. The condition results from a defect in the body's ability to produce or utilize insulin. Insulin is a hormone secreted by the pancreas that is necessary to convert glucose into a form that can be used by cells for growth and energy. Diabetes causes abnormally high glucose levels (hyperglycemia), circulatory problems, and nerve damage. Diabetes cannot be cured, but i...Read the full article
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