How does the pancreas work in type 2 diabetes?

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Dr Rohinipriyanka Pondugula

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In type 2 diabetes, the pancreas makes insulin, but the cells don't respond to it as they should. This is called insulin resistance. When glucose can't get into cells, the blood sugar level rises.

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Answered 24/07/2025

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