Patient's question:
Hello doctor, my aunt is 51 years old this year. I heard that she got diabetes recently. I would like to ask the doctor what caused the diabetes? She exercises every day, why did she still get diabetes?Doctor's answer:
The exact cause of diabetes is unclear. It may be related to intergenerational inheritance, contagion, and abnormal insulin secretion due to abnormal pancreatic cell function, leading to disorders in glucose metabolism. Diabetes may also be a lifelong disease requiring lifelong treatment. Once diagnosed, comprehensive treatment measures such as dietary control, medication, and physical activity are needed to manage blood sugar levels. Early control can slow down or prevent the recurrence of complications.