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What is insulin dependant type 2 diabetes?

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What is insulin dependant type 2 diabetes?

The pancreas is unable to produce enough insulin to manage blood sugar levels.

Last updated on 04 Jul 2025

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What is the relationship between weight loss and diabetes?

When you weigh less, your pancreas is better able to keep up with your body's need for insulin. It also lessens your risk for other serious complications of diabetes, including heart problems, kidney disease and nerve damage.

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I'm 17. Can I have diabetes?

People can develop type 1 diabetes at any age, from early childhood to adulthood, but the average age at diagnosis is 13 years. An estimated 85% of all type 1 diagnoses take place in people aged under 20 years.

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What is insulin dependant type 2 diabetes?

The pancreas is unable to produce enough insulin to manage blood sugar levels.

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Is blood sugar in the 180-220 range bad?

A blood sugar reading of more than 180 mg/dL or any reading above your target range is too high. A blood sugar reading of 300 mg/dL or more can be dangerous. If you have 2 readings in a row of 300 or more, call your doctor.

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Can diabetic patients be doctors?

Yes, one only needs to study and pass to get a degree to be a doctor irrespective of their own medical conditions.

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