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Causes and Effects
Below, you will find a list of causes and effects of Type 2 diabetes.
Causes of Type 2 Diabetes
Your pancreas is not producing enough insulin.
Your pancreas is not producing insulin at all.
Your body does not respond to insulin.
Since diabetes is hereditary one or more of your family members may have had this disease, so you have a chance of getting it.
Effects of Type 2 Diabetes and Changes In Your LifeStyle
Resists the affect of insulin
High blood glucose
Disturbs fat levels in the blood
Makes arteries more likely to get clogged
Raises blood pressure
Blood vessel and heart damage
Eye complications
You will have to take insulin shots or use an insulin pump on a regular basis.
You will have to exercise regularly.
You will have to maintain a healthy lifestyle and eating habits.