Typ 2-diabetesvideor

Översikt

Typ 2-diabetes is a condition where your body doesn’t use insulin properly, or doesn’t make enough of it, which causes your blood sugar levels to get too high.

Orsaker

You’re more at risk of developing type 2 diabetes if you’re overweight, have a family history of diabetes, live a sedentary lifestyle, or have certain health conditions like högt blodtryck eller polycystiskt ovariesyndrom (PCOS).

Symptom

You might have diabetes if you notice signs like feeling really thirsty all the time, needing to pee a lot, feeling tired more than usual, or blurry vision.

Diagnos

Getting tested for type 2 diabetes involves a simple blodprov to check your blood sugar levels.

Komplikationer

Type 2 diabetes can cause both weight gain and weight loss. Some people with type 2 diabetes might find it harder to lose weight, especially after starting insulin.

Type 2 diabetes in children

Explaining type 2 diabetes to your child can be difficult. Our healthcare expert gives advice on how to speak to your child in a honest and supportive way.