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diabetes


Diabetes is a condition that causes blood sugar to rise to dangerous levels. There are two main types of diabetes: type 1 and type 2. Both may be inherited, so a family history of diabetes can significantly increase a person's risk of developing the condition. If left untreated, diabetes can lead to blindness, kidney disease, nerve damage, heart disease and stroke.


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