Is insulin resistance genetic?

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Dr Ezhilarasan Ml

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6+ Yrs

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Insulin resistance is also linked to some genetic syndromes, conditions that affect hormone levels and stress levels, and some medicines. Obesity and insulin resistance tends to run in families.

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