The body cells resist insulin. The insulin resistance may be due to obesity and lack of physcial activity. Gestational diabetes develops during pregnancy. This type of diabetes disappears after the birth of the child. But the woamn who have gestational diabetes has a greater risk of getting type 2 diabetes later in life.
Blindness results because of damage to the retina.
Kidney failure happens because the kidney blood filtering unit is damaged. In the toes and feet, damaged nerves impair circulation and may lead to amputation. Getting treated early can save your life. So go and see your doctor early. Know the sypmtoms.