Learn How To Start 4 TYPES OF DIABETES MELLITUS: TYPE 1, TYPE 2, GESTATIONAL & PREDIABETES

1. 4 Types of Diabetes. What is diabetes? Diabetes mellitus is a chronic, polygenic (genetically inherited) disease that is characterized by high blood sugar levels. When a person has diabetes, the body is also unable to appropriately respond to insulin, or may not be able to produce the hormone at all.

2. This insulin-sensitivity or deficiency leads to an abnormal metabolism of carbohydrates in the body, resulting in high blood sugar (glucose) levels. Because insulin plays a vital role in the absorption of glucose in the body and in its expenditure, the instability in the function of this hormone is what causes the various symptoms of diabetes. Types of diabetes. There are two major types of diabetes and although other forms exist, the two main forms are responsible for majority of all diabetes-related deaths. Type 1 diabetes.

4 TYPES OF DIABETES MELLITUS

3. Also known as juvenile diabetes, type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disorder marked by the bodys immune system fighting against the cells in the pancreas which produce insulin. As a result, it becomes difficult for the body to produce insulin. This type of diabetes usually occurs during adolescence, typically before the individual reaches 20 years of age. Type 2 diabetes. Type 2 diabetes is the most common type of diabetes.

4. This type of diabetes is typically caused by a sensitivity or resistance to insulin in the body. It happens when the body produces insulin, but there is a wrong response to the hormone. Over time, the body may stop producing insulin as the hormone receptors break down. Basically, type 2 diabetes is caused by hyperglycemia, or a condition of high blood sugar. Other forms of diabetes are prediabetes and gestational diabetes which majorly affects pregnant women. In our next video, we will examine common symptoms of diabetes.