Diabetes Melitus S
Diabetes mellitus (dm), commonly known as diabetes, is a group of metabolic disorders characterized by a high blood sugar level over a prolonged period of time. symptoms often include frequent urination, increased thirst, and increased appetite. The prognosis in people with diabetes varies. it depends on how well an individual modifies his or her risk of complications. if blood sugar is not well controlled, it can increase a person's risk of heart attack, stroke, and kidney disease, which can result in premature death. disability due to blindness, amputation, heart disease, stroke, and nerve damage may occur. some people with diabetes become dependent on dialysis treatments because of kidney failure. Type 1 diabetes is a lifelong illness. usually, type 2 diabetes is also life-long. however, people with type 2 diabetes can sometimes restore their blood sugar levels to normal just by eating a healthy diet, exercising regularly, and losing weight. gestational diabetes usually goes awa...