Diabetes - an overview
Diabetes is a condition where your blood sugar levels are too high. Find out about the types of diabetes and the treatment options.
Metabolic diseases
Your metabolism is the process by which your body converts what you eat and drink into energy. If you have a metabolic disorder, this process is disrupted. There are many different kinds of metabolic disorders and their symptoms and treatment vary widely. Learn about common disorders below.
Type 1 diabetes
Type 1 diabetes can affect people of any age but is most often diagnosed in young people. Read about the symptoms and treatment for type 1 diabetes.
Type 2 diabetes
Type 2 diabetes occurs when your body doesn't make enough insulin or doesn't use it well. Find out how to delay or prevent type 2 diabetes.
Diabetic ketoacidosis
Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a medical emergency. It can happen when people with diabetes have very high blood sugar levels. Read more about DKA.
Diabetic neuropathy
Diabetic neuropathy is nerve damage that affects people with diabetes. Read about the symptoms and treatments for diabetic neuropathy.
Hyperglycaemia (high blood sugar)
Hyperglycaemia is too much glucose (sugar) in your blood. Find out how this feels and what to do if your blood sugar is higher than it should be.
Hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar)
Hypoglycaemia is having too little glucose (sugar) in your blood. Find out what a hypo feels like, and how to help someone with low blood sugar.
Metabolic syndrome
Metabolic syndrome is a group of health conditions that raise stroke, heart disease and type-2 diabetes risk. Read about symptoms and treatments.
Obesity
Obesity is a term used to describe being overweight. It can lead to symptoms that affect your life. Learn about BMI, prevention and treatment options.
Obesity in children
Childhood obesity is when a child has too much body fat for their age. There are simple steps to take to help your child move towards a healthy weight.
Pre-diabetes
Pre-diabetes is when your blood sugar levels are higher than normal. Learn about lifestyle changes that can stop you getting type 2 diabetes.
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