Diabetes mellitus belongs to the group of endocrine diseases and is associated with impaired carbohydrate metabolism. This was told by the endocrinologist Svetlana Kudinova. Expert quotes “Evening Moscow” on Monday, March 6th.
“Diabetes is a chronic disease. It develops when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin or the body cannot use it effectively. The affected body lacks insulin, ”said the physician.
Type 1 diabetes destroys the cells in the pancreas that produce insulin, the hormone that regulates blood sugar levels. During treatment, it is administered to patients. Type II develops more often in overweight older people. The reason for the increase in blood sugar is a violation of the sensitivity of cells to insulin. Trying to help the body, the pancreas produces an excess amount of it. This type of diabetes is treated with special drugs that increase the sensitivity of cells to insulin.
Uncontrolled diabetes mellitus can cause hyperglycemia, which over time will lead to serious damage to many organs, nervous system and blood vessels. It is important to identify the disease at an early stage – this will avoid many serious consequences. For prevention purposes, it is worth donating blood for sugar at least once a year. It is impossible to completely cure the disease.
“The most important thing is to strictly follow a diet and control sugar levels. Moderate exercise is beneficial. Stressful conditions should also be avoided. It is necessary to give up smoking, drinking alcohol, ”Kudinova emphasized.