Jivan Madhmeh Shunea Powder

Diabetes mellitus (DM), commonly referred to as diabetes, is a group of metabolic diseases in which there are high blood sugar levels over a prolonged period.Symptoms of high blood sugar include frequent urination, increased thirst, and increased hunger. If left untreated, diabetes can cause many complications.Acute complications include diabetic ketoacidosis and nonketotic hyperosmolar coma.Serious long-term complications include cardiovascular disease, stroke, kidney failure, foot ulcers and damage to the eyes.Prevention and treatment involve a healthy diet, physical exercise, not using tobacco and being a normal body weight. Blood pressure control and proper foot care are also important for people with the disease. Type 1 diabetes must be managed with insulin injections.Type 2 diabetes may be treated with medications with or without insulin.Insulin and some oral medications can cause low blood sugar.Weight loss surgery in those with obesity is an effective measure in those with type 2 DM.Gestational diabetes usually resolves after the birth of the baby.