What is Diabetes Mellitus and How is it Treated? - Northwest Clinic

The chronic metabolic disease known as diabetes mellitus, or simply diabetes, is typified by high blood glucose (sugar) levels. This disorder develops when the body is unable to use the insulin that the pancreas produces efficiently, or when the hormone that controls blood sugar, insulin, is not produced in sufficient amounts. Over time, uncontrolled diabetes can lead to serious complications affecting the heart, kidneys, nerves, eyes, and more.


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