Diabetes mellitus (often referred to as diabetes) is a condition that occurs when blood sugar is not metabolized properly because the insulin hormone is not used properly. Onset diabetes can also occur because the body does not make enough insulin.

The insulin hormone is produced by the pancreas. The insulin hormone is then used to turn glucose into energy, which is used by the body as fuel. If for some reason this process does not work properly in the body, blood sugar becomes elevated (hyperglycemia) and this can cause the signs and symptoms of diabetes.

The most common signs and symptoms of hyperglycemia and diabetes are frequent urination, excessive thirst, unexplained exhaustion, extreme hunger, unexplained weight loss, irritability, vision problems; and pain, numbness or tingling in the feet or hands.

What is Adult Onset Diabetes?

Adult onset diabetes (also know as insulin resistant diabetes or type II diabetes), …