Diabetes is a serious, chronic condition that requires long-term management and support in order to avoid serious complications. Samir Khalil, MD, of Family Care, located in Paterson, New Jersey, is experienced at the care and treatment of children and adults with this complex metabolic disorder. Whether you have been diagnosed with type 1 or type 2 diabetes, or you are having concerning symptoms, call or book an appointment online for expert diabetic care.
Diabetes is a chronic metabolic condition that can affect every system of your body. This condition affects how your body processes and utilizes glucose, which is the primary fuel for every process of the body.
Diabetes is a problem with the production of insulin, which is produced by the pancreas and is required for processing and distributing glucose. Without insulin, or when insulin is inadequate, glucose accumulates in the blood rather than being distributed throughout the body.
High blood sugar is a common term that refers to the build-up of glucose in the bloodstream. Normal insulin production helps balance blood sugar after intake of high glucose foods, but diabetes prevents this from happening.
Chronically high blood sugar levels are very damaging to the tissues of the body, and uncontrolled blood sugar levels can significantly impact every system and process of the body.
Type 1 and type 2 diabetes are the two main types of the disease, which differ in how much insulin the body naturally produces.
Gestational diabetes is another form of diabetes that occurs during pregnancy. This form of diabetes is caused by an increased need for insulin production while carrying a child and usually resolves after birth.
Symptoms of diabetes can be varied because multiple systems of your body can be affected. Some symptoms may seem vague and not connected and may vary in severity over time.
While a health history and exam are an essential part of your physical assessment, diagnosis of diabetes is determined primarily by on-site blood work and urine tests.
You are not alone on your efforts to manage diabetes, and the team at Family Care is with you every step of the way.
For a consultation about your diabetic symptoms or diabetes management, call or book an appointment online with Family Care today.