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hen you find out you have type 2 diabetes, it can help to learn more about what diabetes is, what it
hen you find out you have type 2 diabetes, it can help to learn more about what diabetes is, what itWmeans for you, and what you can do to help manage it. aving type 2 diabetes means there is too much sugar—glucose—in your blood. Glucose is a type ofHsugar made from the food you eat.Insulin is a hormone that's made by your pancreas. Insulin and glucose are supposed to worktogether. our body needs insulin to move sugar from the blood to other parts of the body where the sugar isYused for energy or stored in case it's needed later.Insulin acts like tiny keys that open your body's cell doors to let glucose in. If you have diabetes, thekeys don't always fit the way they're supposed to or there are not enough keys. When this happens,your cells don't get the sugar they need and too much sugar builds up in your blood.Having high blood sugar over time can lead to type 2 diabetes. ome people don't feel any different when their blood sugar is too high. But you may notice certainSthings, such as feeling very thirsty or needing to urinate more often than usual. You may also haveblurry vision. his may seem like a lot. But your doctor can help you learn more about small steps you can takeTthat will help you manage your diabetes. our doctor may also suggest working with a diabetes educator. This person works as part of yourYcare team to help you find ways to live better with diabetes.© The Wellness NetworkPage1of1This program is for informational purposes only. Publisher disclaims all guarantees regarding the accuracy, completeness,or suitability of this video for medical decision making. For all health related issues please contact your healthcare provider.© The Wellness Network
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