19 Aug 2024
Understanding Diabetes: An Explanation by Dr. Wiam Hussein
In this informative piece, Dr. Wiam Hussein, a consultant endocrinologist, explains the nature of diabetes, a chronic condition characterized by the body's inability to regulate blood glucose levels. He distinguishes between the two major types of diabetes—Type 1 and Type 2. Type 1 diabetes is genetically determined and requires daily insulin injections as the body ceases insulin production. Type 2 diabetes, often related to lifestyle factors, is marked by the body’s ineffective use of insulin, leading to high blood sugar levels. Dr. Hussein also outlines the risk factors for developing diabetes, including family history, obesity, physical inactivity, and certain ethnic or racial backgrounds. This summary offers a clear understanding of diabetes, emphasizing the importance of awareness and management.