What Is Diabetes? | 2 Minute Guide | Diabetes UK

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3.8 million people have been diagnosed with diabetes in the UK, but a lot of people still don't know what diabetes is.
Diabetes is a serious, lifelong condition where your blood glucose level is too high.
There are two main types, Type 1 and Type 2. They're different conditions, but they're both serious. There are some other rarer types of diabetes too.
For more information about diabetes go to our website: www.diabetes.org.uk​/
We've invested millions into diabetes research over the last decade alone, thanks to your donations. With your help, we're getting closer to a cure.

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[@tinkerbelle41692]

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[@the.orginal.flag.master5335]

I hope your daughter is doing well and I thought I would just let you know you can devolp diabetes at any age

[@ladymemorize]

Sound like diabetes insipidus which will require blood works

[@FightBackAgainstDiabetes]

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[@chellepatino1675]

Best not to use "diabetic". It is outdated language👌

[@rexiiforsure9558]

Even though I wasn’t diagnosed with diabetus until 1990,when I was about 55, my doctor thought I had it at least 10 years before that based on my sugar level- I hadn’t been to a doctor prior since the 1970’s and just started having slow healing wounds and nerve damage in my feet in the late 1980’s. The moral here is you can go a long time having diabetus without having symptoms. So it’s good to get checkups. I wish I did

[@permabulk1454]

You’re 90????

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[@keira6244]

i’ve literally been experiencing all of those symptoms(except for the infection, i think) and i’m concerned because it runs in the family.

[@Jwilliams813]

You should really see a doctor if u can

[@diabetesuk]

Hi Keira, We hope you're keeping well. We would recommend that you speak to your GP.

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[@TheSwipeking]

Defeating type 2 diabetes is very very easy... I am type 1 and have been for 50 years, I have 95% defeated my type 1 diabetes already and in 12 months I promise it will be gone completely... but it took and will take great dedication from anyone who wants to do it for sure.... I will be the 1st in the world to do it..... watch this space. God Bless

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@Alex Did they remove any comments hurting their feelings, what happened here?

[@marieannsparling4837]

One thing that really frustrates me about the subject of Diabetes is, how many people out there aren't aware of, & don't even believe, either. That there is such a thing as TYPE 1.5 also. 1.5 is what my maternal grandmother had years ago before she died in 1991 at 72 yrs old. I've called the Diabetes Association & told them about my grandma having this & that I'd certainly appreciate it if they would start advertising this Type of Diabetes also. So far, no luck. Just like those who have 1 or 2 alone, Type 1.5 is just as dangerous too if & when it isn't found or treated, either. For those who aren't aware of what Type 1.5 is, The most straightforward description I can give is this. You have just as much symptoms of Type 1 as you do Type 2 Diabetes. You can wake up extremely low & fall asleep with it dangerously high. It reminds me of myself & my grandma whom when we both started in our early years having thyroid problems. We would go from hyper one week & be skinny like a rake to hypo the following week & have actually gained 50 or more pounds without ever eating differently, more or less, changing exercise routines, etc... Our metabolism in our bodies changed that much & that quickly too. No joke, all fact. When my grandma got older & started having diabetes symptoms, they had a hard time determining if she was 1 or 2 & that's because she had both. She had just as much of Type 1's symptoms as she did Type 2's symptoms. She was 50% of each. Back then, they didn't know much about how to treat someone with both where I live. So, grandma ended up with Gangrene, amongst many other issues too as a result of untreated thyroid problems, etc... I really would appreciate it if doctors out there would make videos like this one about people like my late grandma who had Type 1.5 Diabetes. It really needs to be advertised & put out there because, there could be many people out there who are unaware that they are like my grandma was & a friend of mine who is now in her 50s with it also. More people need to become aware of this issue too, if we want all people to be treated fairly, & for their bodies to be able to fight & be given a fair chance at life too. So please. Would you mind doing a video that explains to all people possible that my grandma's problem was & is a real problem & not some story that I made up as may people think? Too many people even medical professionals don't believe that this problem exists. Thank you very much for your time & help in this matter. It's greatly appreciated by us all. Take care. Marie Sparling from Iroquois Falls, Ontario, Canada.

[@essentialeugene]

I have been thirstier lately.

[@ZainaPrats]

Health is wealth everyone, be mindful of your diet as early as possible. My aunt was able to control her sugar intake by drinking barley, but you can also just watch your diet carefully.

[@tragus]

This concise and informative video by Diabetes UK provides a clear and concise overview of diabetes, empowering viewers with essential knowledge about the condition in just two minutes. A valuable resource for understanding diabetes and raising awareness about its impact on individuals and communities.

[@aslongoow5426]

I love the fact that it was a short video and it went right to the point. Thank you.

[@lewismatthews4247]

Excellent graphics!!! Love the lockers and the blue highlighted organs, brilliant!

[@parampannu911]

one of the best presentation and animation thanks for sharing the information

[@isabellebryant5213]

This video was very easy to follow and really good

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[@WellHeeledLtd]

Very informative as always!

[@fafi19374]

Clear explanation…thanks

[@SonicTheWelder]

Excellent video gave me a clear understanding of what these diseases are.💪🏼

[@bigdiscount247]

very useful information.....

[@nolickspittle4753]

Didn't mention depression which is high amongst sufferers. Otherwise brilliant overview - thank you!

[@carlosra2708]

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[@tarottman3926]

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[@ahm3212]

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[@dr.sandipbhavsar4802]

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[@gearsofwar3xXx]

I was very tired all the time, but never thought to attribute it to diabetes. I was very overweight and had sleep apnea, and thought to myself, "Oh, I'm just really tired because I have sleep apnea." This was happening since 2012 and I was not officially diagnosed with Type 2 until 2019.

[@ookipuki]

Living isn't as simple as it should be... :(

[@diabetesuk]

Hi there. We're sorry to hear about your concerns. We appreciate that diabetes management can often be difficult, but please know that we are here to support you if you're struggling at all. Please don't hesitate to reach out to us on ([phone], or if you're based outside the UK, pop an email to [e-mail] (Mon - Fri; 9am - 6pm GMT). We have advisors available who would be happy to talk through anything that's concerning you in more detail. Do take care, and stay safe.

[@jackson1342]

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[@xyarajane2271]

Best way to explain diabetes!

[@cowtune]

I preferred the delivery style of the previous version. The music in this one, is far too ramped up and intense and is in the foreground instead of the background. The previous version gave better info ... or maybe it was just easier to listen to the delivered content.

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[@Adam-fb8xn]

thank you kanye, very cool!

[@samairakapoor440]

Really nice illustrations used

An excellent animated video.

[@NicoleSophia]

where did you edit this?

[@sonniemcdermott7163]

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[@Tia-ym8uk]

thank you for explaining 😌

[@diabetesuk]

You're welcome 😊

[@sonniemcdermott7163]

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[@phhentiemitfrp]

Thanks

[@acceptableinformation]

Thankyou

[@AkeelAhamad-rl6kz]

thank you!

[@nolickspittle4753]

Sounds like Schofield!

[@marijalukic8801]

in which program was this done? Btw great video!

[@Mrsandman112.]

I've nearly been diebetic type 1 for a year and I remember watching this video in the hospital 🤣

[@permabulk1454]

Pretty sure you’re born with type 1 ?

[@Mrsandman112.]

@permabulk1454 no type 1 can devolp at any stage in life as I got jt when I was 13 but it is mostly common for newborns to develop t1d

[@permabulk1454]

@@Mrsandman112. oh I always thought that type 2 was the kind you can develop and type 1 was from birth

[@Mrsandman112.]

@permabulk1454 don’t worry your OK at least your respectful to other and always open to new ideas:]

[@essentialeugene]

My A1C was 8.1 and my glucose was 600.

[@mariliabarreto4203]

My life is it.. i'm type 1. From Brazilian woman

[@rajdipdey8033]

I dont have any of these just was a little bit scared of having it.

[@carolinachristopher23]

Wow I really like this I learned alot

[@wasumoto457]

I’m not diabetic so I didn’t understand the condition with this video I have more of an understanding thank you 🥰

[@diabetesuk]

Hi there, thank you so much for your kind words, we are very happy to read that you have found our content beneficial to you 💙🧡

[@barrythomas6429]

Sadly, there is a huge industry based around treatments and medication. Not really in their best interests to find a cure.

[@jackson1342]

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[@Nat_cinnamon]

I have had diabetes for my whole life and I’m watching this lololol

[@jackson1342]

Don't live with diabetes reverse the disease by eating a whole food low-fat plant base diet

[@jackson1342]

Don't live with diabetes reverse the disease by eating a whole food low-fat plant based diet

[@doctor4u883]

How do you make this animation

[@KILLRXNOEVIRUS]

I suffer from thrush & when I have too much sweets the sugar somehow starts leeking into my mouth several hours after I've had them & I'll taste sugar for a long time & my mouth will just always taste sweet. Must be some sort of evelutionary failsafe. I don't think I have diabetes though lol

[@diabetesuk]

We'd highly recommend speaking to your GP about your symptoms so that you can get a diagnosis and appropriate treatment. If you need further assistance, please don’t hesitate to give us a call on 0345 123 2399 Mon- Fri 9am-6pm, or email us at [e-mail] 💙

[@aroldoLuiz-bp6ik]

very good

[@radhikapeddinti9264]

thanks doc

[@diabetesuk]

You're welcome, Radhika!

[@soniamacaluso3352]

is this video available in french?

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Interesting

[@jenixz533]

I have type one diabetes

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I have diabetis

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[@Evening451]

I’m having tingly feelings in my hands and arms, I’m feeling very tired, I’m very thirsty, and I’m ver inactive. Should I be concerned? I think the tiredness part is because I stayed up until 1 AM last night and got up at 6 but I’m still worried

[@diabetesuk]

Evening, all the symptoms you describe could be due to high blood glucose levels, so please do speak to your GP surgery asap. You are also welcome to call our helpline for further advice. Tel: [phone], Mon-Fri, 9am-6pm.

[@justsomeguywithoutabrain7652]

Well you bought it

[@risolatashurova7045]

thank you very much

[@idontknow2939]

I’m just here because I found out my friend has diabetes 1 and I want to learn about it.

[@user-hv9ek5st9g]

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[@jntblb]

Good day! I'd like to ask permission to use some clips from this video for a school project tackling Diabetes. Hope to hear from you. Thank you very much.

[@diabetesuk]

Hi there, please send us an email detailing the videos that you would like to use and we can look into this in greater detail. Our email is [e-mail]. Thank you so much for you interest and we look forward to assisting you further 💙🧡

[@persianNBS]

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[@liamc7097]

Is that Philip Scofield

[@cheesball96]

Is that Phillip Scholfield that is doing the narration?

[@diabetesuk]

Yes it is!

[@Reezy100]

Fun fact I have type 1 an I'm 12 and even I know we go off ratios because when we are first diagnosed our pancreas isn't fully dead but slowly dying so it still sends insulin but we have to inject to make sure we dont go too high since our pancreas isn't sending enough

[@medicalscience1528]

Hi, I am curious to know how we can protect our body from getting this disease / malfunctioning of pancrease and insulin? What steps should I follow? Should I test my glucose level on daily basis? P.S Currently , I'm not facing any symptoms but I want to be precautious. Your help will be appreciated .

[@rebeccakravitz7711]

If you have symptoms I would go the doctor but I would not test your glucose level daily.

[@Rebekasss]

Tests are pretty expensive at least here in my country (Slovakia) and If you don't really have any symptoms or it doesn't run in your family then that would be a waste and If you have symptoms, go visit a doctor

[@DiabetesDigest101]

You could get a glucose meter from a pharmacy or online. I would recommend checking glucose levels in the morning and fasting and 2 hours after meals to see how well your pancreas is working.

[@northernninjarunner5506]

Commentary by Phil Scholfield

[@Rosietea]

♡

[@RejuvenateLowBack]

Everything we can find on the go is sugarcoated. Time to think healthy food.

[@essentialeugene]

I am thirsty and I urinate 9 times a day.

[@heeseungwif3]

I am type one but i use insulin

[@alkasharma3980]

Did anyone notice the cartoon who could not get his wounds heal was wearing a turban 🤔🤔

[@yasmine9378]

Cool lol

[@mariag.5886]

Hi im jessica and i got diabeties *type one* when i was seven so three years ago, and just for awarness, NO WE DID NOT GET DIABETIES BY EATING SWEETS AND NO WE ARE NOT LUCKY.

[@rasnaina1910]

One question! How do we prevent ourself from getting diabetics when our parents got them.. But i dont often drink or eat sweets, i did once.. checked my sugar level,anx its only 2.. soo is it below normal sugar level??? I am afraid of eating sweets often, but once in awhile.. maybe few times a week, k would eat snacks or drinks with very very high sugars.. maybe its called sweet tooth.. my taste for sweets are higher than my husband and i know its not healthy

[@diabetesuk]

Rasna, there's information about how to reduce the risk of developing type 2 diabetes (and how to find out your own risk) on our website here: www.diabetes.org.uk/diabetes-the-basics/types-of-diabetes/type-2/preventing And our helpline is there for further advice and support. Tel: [phone], Mon-Fri, 9am-6pm.

[@aishadanjuma743]

👍♥️

[@pilly1000]

Where is Holly? 😄

[@lydiacowling6768]

is that philip schofield speaking

[@diabetesuk]

Maybe 😉

[@constastar1660]

Ok

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109/110/111

[@Bread20349]

What YT shorts commenters think what happens after eating something with over 4 grams of sugar:

[@KGlifts]

Uhh can I just ask one thing. How come at 1:32 the cartoon figure in the bottom right is wearing a turban? Was that really necessary? Like I know diabetes is common amongst Indians but I found that pretty strange

[@ahmetozerdem8059]

sorry but the old video was much better

[@TanjaVK1968]

How is it that doctors know for sure that you are indeed diabetic and not, for example, just eating too much sugar your body does not need (so it stays in the blood, instead of going into cells that are already supplied with enough sugar)????

[@diabetesuk]

Hi @TanjaVK1968 - The main blood test used for diagnosing diabetes is called the HbA1c test. HbA1c is what’s known as glycated haemoglobin. This is something that’s made when the glucose (sugar) in your body sticks to your red blood cells. Your body can’t use the sugar properly, so more of it sticks to your blood cells and builds up in your blood. Red blood cells are active for around 2-3 months, which is why the reading is taken quarterly (very different from finger-pricking). 💙

[@TanjaVK1968]

@@diabetesuk thanks..but i still dont get it. So this test shows that your body cannot process sugar normally. But does it shows WHY (because body is stuffed already with EXCESSIVEsugar OR body cannot process ANY sugar)?? Because if it is too much sugar - the answer is proper diet and not medications.

[@diabetesuk]

@@TanjaVK1968 Making dietary changes such as reducing the consumption of added sugars (not naturally occuring sugars) and processed carbs can make a difference, but some people require the extra help from medication if the natural insulin in the body is not doing its job or even when the pancreas itself is not functioning correctly. It really depends on the individual, and for many people with type 2 diabetes, medication is not a permanent treatment (unlike type 1 diabetes where you are on insulin indefinitely).

[@Goldenmaskduets]

I buy diabetic supplies anyone have any?

[@debbijane6411]

Contact Dr Ejemhen on KZbin

[@lydiaclothilde5431]

This is supposed to be the updated version of kzbin.info/www/bejne/haKYe2x5dq5lnrs however, the previous video is in BSL with subtitles but video is clearly only for hearing people. This isn't fair!

[@yemkonhongha8148]

Diabetes is the most common disease in Cambodia now. It is the main cause of death 😭 10% of Cambodian youths have diabetes

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Me watching the videos while eating rice

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[@Ven_lovescats]

There 3 type

[@Nisha-kl8rl]

I've been searching for alternative approaches to managing my diabetes, and Ayurveda has always caught my interest. This video has provided valuable information, and the mention of Planet Ayurveda has piqued my curiosity. Excited to delve deeper into their offerings.

[@Vurinati]

I have diabetes

[@diabetesuk]

Hi there. Thank you for your comment. If you ever need any further information about your diagnosis, we have plenty of information about all aspects of life with diabetes available on our website (www.diabetes.org.uk). Additionally, our helpline is here to support those who require specific guidance. Please don't hesitate to contact one of our advisors on [phone] or [e-mail] (Mon - Fri; 9am - 6pm) should you require some advice. Do take care.

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Classwork ? Anbody ?

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[@saurabhagarwal9253]

cheap background music is annoying

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[@oliviabutcher]

I have type one diabetes