What is Type-2 Diabetes Mellitus (T2DM)?
Diabetes is a metabolic disorder characterized by high blood sugar, or hyperglycemia. There are three main forms of diabetes: Type-1, Type-2, and Gestational diabetes. These three forms have similar signs, symptoms, and consequences, but are rooted in different causes. Type-1 Diabetes is an incurable chronic condition. It is usually due to the auto-immune destruction of insulin producing cells (pancreatic beta cells). It is also the number one cause of childhood diabetes. Type-2 Diabetes results from a tissue-wide resistance to insulin, and can progress to loss of beta cell function. It is also an incurable chronic condition. Similar to Type-2 Diabetes, Gestational Diabetes also involves insulin resistance. Occurring in women that are genetically predisposed to developing the condition, insulin resistance is brought on by the hormones of pregnancy. It typically resolves upon delivery. Diabetes can cause many complications. Some of the serious long-term complications are cardiovascular
