What happens in type 2 diabetes mellitus?

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Diabetes mellitus, commonly known as diabetes, is a metabolic disease that causes high blood sugar. The hormone insulin moves sugar from the blood into your cells to be stored or used for energy. With diabetes, your body either doesn't make enough insulin or can't effectively use the insulin it does make

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I'm a bit worried because my fasting sugar level is 144 and my PP is 238. I haven't started any medication for diabetes yet. Do you think I should begin medication? If so, what's the safest option and what dosage would you recommend?

Take only direct sugar restricted diet. Have 4kms. Morning walk daily. Medicine will not be required if you comply with advice. At the most ,add 12 hour exercise dailyat your residence

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I'm really worried because every time I get pregnant, I end up having a miscarriage. I'm wondering if this will keep happening. I've seen several gynecologists, but none of them can pinpoint why this is occurring. I also had two ectopic pregnancies on the right side, which led to my right tube being removed in April 2016. I've been trying to conceive again since August, but nothing's working out. Any insight on what could be going on or what I should do next?

refer to gynecologist

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What are the best ways to research about diabetes?

The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) and other components of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) conduct and support research into many diseases and conditions.

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