Introduction to Diabetes and Glandular Health Diabetes is a chronic health condition that affects how your body turns food into energy It involves problems with the hormone insulin which regulates blood sugar levels There are primarily two types of diabetes Types of Diabetes Type Diabetes Where the body fails to produce insulin Type Diabetes Where the body doesn't use insulin properly leading to insulin resistance Common Symptoms and Diagnosis Symptoms often include excessive thirst frequent urination hunger fatigue and blurred vision Diagnosis typically involves blood tests like the fasting glucose test and the A C test which measures average blood sugar levels over the past three months Overview of Glandular Disorders Glands produce and release substances that help your body do a specific job such as hormones Glandular disorders can affect this process disrupting normal body functions Role of Glands in the Body Glands like the pancreas thyroid and adrenal glands play crucial roles in maintaining hormonal balance and metabolism Types of Glandular Disorders Common disorders include thyroid diseases adrenal insufficiency and pituitary disorders each affecting different aspects of health and potentially interacting with diabetes The Connection Between Diabetes and Glandular Disorders How Diabetes Affects Glandular Function Diabetes can significantly affect glandular health particularly the pancreas which produces insulin Impact on the Pancreas In diabetes the pancreas is often overworked or damaged leading to compromised insulin production Diabetes and Thyroid Dysfunction There is also a well-documented link between diabetes and thyroid disorders particularly in individuals with Type diabetes who are... Login to read full