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How does the pancreas work in type 2 diabetes?

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How does the pancreas work in type 2 diabetes?

In type 2 diabetes, the pancreas makes insulin, but the cells don't respond to it as they should. This is called insulin resistance. When glucose can't get into cells, the blood sugar level rises.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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What secretes insulin in the body?

Pancreas secrete insulin in the body

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Do normal blood glucose levels mean normal insulin sensitivity?

Yes

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What cells release insulin?

The beta cells release insulin.

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Does insulin damage your body?

No

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What happens to the pancreas when you have diabetes?

If your cells become too resistant to insulin, it leads to elevated blood glucose levels (hyperglycemia), which, over time, leads to prediabetes and Type 2 diabetes.

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