Type 2 Diabetes Basics
How do you get diabetes? Get that answer and more in this section, including the signs of diabetes and how many carbs to eat a day.
Type 2 Diabetes Information
Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes, accounting for about 95 percent of all cases. Find out more about this disease as well as how to treat it.
Successfully Manage Type 2 Diabetes
Take heart: While it's normal to feel overwhelmed by your new diagnosis, with a little know-how you can take control of your diabetes. Use these basics of type 2 diabetes management to get started.
Symptoms of Type 2 Diabetes
Fatigue, increased thirst and hunger, and unexplained weight loss are all symptoms of type 2 diabetes. Here, real people share what diabetes symptoms feel like.
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