- Overview & Types
- Symptoms & Diagnosis
- Treatment
- Living With
- Related Conditions
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Gestational Diabetes
- Appointment Prep
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Slideshow: A Visual Guide to Type 2 Diabetes
Medically Reviewed by Zilpah Sheikh, MD on March 22, 2024
What Is It?
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What Will You Notice First?
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Later Symptoms
3/25
Signs of Serious Problems
4/25
It Can Affect Your Sex Life
5/25
Risk Factors You Can Control
6/25
Risk Factors You Can't Control
7/25
Risk Factors for Women
8/25
How Does Insulin Work?
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Metabolism Mishaps
10/25
How Is It Diagnosed?
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Your Diet Makes a Difference
12/25
Exercise Is Important
13/25
Relaxation Is Key
14/25
Oral Medications Can Help
15/25
Insulin: It's Not Just for Type 1
16/25
Non-Insulin Injectables
17/25
Why Blood Sugar Testing Matters
18/25
Heart and Artery Troubles
19/25
Kidney Complications
20/25
Eye Problems
21/25
Diabetic Nerve Pain
22/25
Foot Injuries Can Take a Toll
23/25
Teeth and Gums Are Targets
24/25
Can It Be Prevented?
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