Type 2 diabetes is a chronic disorder that progresses over time. It happens when the body stops being able to use insulin correctly, leading to high or unstable blood sugar levels.
In this video, learn about the risk factors and symptoms for Type 2 diabetes.
Dr. Chaudhry is an Endocrinologist at NYU Langone Health in New York City.
Dr. Sood is a board-certified Endocrinologist in private practice in New York City and an assistant professor at Hofstra School of Medicine.
Dr. Okeke-Igbokwe is an internist and health media expert in New York City.
References
American Diabetes Association. (n.d.). Diabetes symptoms.
American Diabetes Association. (n.d.). Statistics about diabetes.
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2022). Diabetes risk factors.
Goyal, R., et al. (2023). Type 2 diabetes. StatPearls.
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