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Type 2 diabetes videos

Our type 2 diabetes video hub features expert-led videos covering everything you need to know—from what causes type 2 diabetes and its common symptoms, to how it’s treated and the possible complications to watch out for. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or supporting someone with the condition, these videos are here to help you take control and live well.

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Overview

Type 2 diabetes is a condition where your body doesn’t use insulin properly, or doesn’t make enough of it, which causes your blood sugar levels to get too high.

What is type 2 diabetes?

What's the difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes?

You’re more at risk of developing type 2 diabetes if you’re overweight, have a family history of diabetes, live a sedentary lifestyle, or have certain health conditions like לחץ דם גבוה או polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).

Is type 2 diabetes hereditary?

Who is most at risk from type 2 diabetes?

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You might have diabetes if you notice signs like feeling really thirsty all the time, needing to pee a lot, feeling tired more than usual, or blurry vision.

How do you know if you have type 2 diabetes?

Getting tested for type 2 diabetes involves a simple blood test to check your blood sugar levels.

How do you get tested for type 2 diabetes?

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Type 2 diabetes can cause both weight gain and weight loss. Some people with type 2 diabetes might find it harder to lose weight, especially after starting insulin.

How does type 2 diabetes affect your weight?

Explaining type 2 diabetes to your child can be difficult. Our healthcare expert gives advice on how to speak to your child in a honest and supportive way.

How do you explain type 2 diabetes to your child?

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BSc, Post Graduate Diploma

As managing editor of Patient.info Lawrence looks after all of our features and is a member of the Guild of Health Writers.

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Dr Colin Tidy, MRCGP

General Practitioner, Medical Author

MBBS, MRCGP, MRCP (Paediatrics), DCH

Dr Colin Tidy is an NHS Doctor, based in Oxfordshire.

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