Diabetes
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what is diabetes
diabetes is a condition in which an amount of glucose in blood cannot be controlled
diabetes may be ..
• inherited from parents • a diet high in sugar and fats • caused by an unhealthy lifestyle
Symptoms of diabetes
• frequently need to urinate • feel thirsty • tends to have a good appetite • feels tired easily • experienced blurred vision • pass out urine that is high in sugar and attracts ants
the risks if diabetes is left untreated
• uncontrolled infections of open wounds on body surfaces ( eg. skin ) • blindness ( if there is bleeding in the eye )
diabetes can be controlled by
• injecting insulin before meals • controlling diet by reducing the amount of glucose • exercising and maintaining a healthy weight