Types Of Diabetes: Diabetes
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Types of diabetes
The two main types of diabetes mellitus are designated type 1 and type 2. While the mechanisms that cause them differ, they're both characterized by high blood glucose levels and, if left untreated, have similar long-term consequences. Gestational diabetes, which occurs during pregnancy, resembles type 2 diabetes. However, it usually disappears after the baby is delivered.
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