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Type 1 and type 2 diabetes are very different conditions, and should be treated as such. Our hub contains a selection of our extensive information on diabetes, including symptoms, treatment and complications arising from diabetes as well as lifestyle and diet advice.

Diabetes

Diabetes

Diabetes

by Dr Doug McKechnie, MRCGP

Type 1 diabetes

Diabetes

Type 1 diabetes

by Dr Colin Tidy, MRCGP

Type 2 diabetes

Diabetes

Type 2 diabetes

by Dr Colin Tidy, MRCGP

What is flash glucose monitoring and how can it help people with diabetes?

Diabetes

Blood glucose test (blood sugar) and HbA1c

by Dr Mohammad Sharif Razai, MRCGP

Diabetes

Diabetes is a chronic condition where your body cannot properly produce or use insulin, leading to high blood sugar. The most common types are Type 1 (where the body attacks insulin-producing cells) and Type 2 (where the body resists insulin).

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Living with diabetes

Diabetes can lead to long-term complications. Living with diabetes involves managing blood glucose levels through diet, exercise, and, if necessary, medication and regular monitoring.

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