Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes. Almost four million Filipino adults have type 2 diabetes.
There are two interrelated problems involved in type 2 diabetes. First, the pancreas does not produce enough insulin, a hormone that enables glucose (sugar) to enter cells where it is used for energy. Second, the cells respond poorly to insulin, a condition known as insulin resistance.
This results in high levels of glucose circulating in the bloodstream. Prolonged high blood sugar levels damage blood vessels and vital organs such as the kidneys, heart and eyes, and cause life-threatening complications.
Symptoms
Signs and symptoms of type 2 diabetes often develop slowly. These include:
Risk factors
Factors that may increase your risk of type 2 diabetes include:
Prevention
Adopting a healthy lifestyle can help you prevent type 2 diabetes:
Consult your doctor for more information on type 2 diabetes prevention and management.
Shop at Watsons for prescription medications and other essential healthcare needs.
References: https://www.diabetes.org/diabetes/type-2. Accessed 30 July 2021 https://idf.org/our-network/regions-members/western-pacific/members/116-the-philippines.html. Accessed 30 July 2021 https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/type-2-diabetes/symptoms-causes/syc-20351193. Accessed 30 July 2021
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