Glossary of Diabetes Related Terms Used on this Website

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Term Definition
Dehydration

The loss of too much body fluid through frequent urinating, sweating, diarrhea, or vomiting.
Diabetes

The short name for the disease called diabetes mellitus. Diabetes results when the body cannot use blood glucose as energy because of having too little insulin or being unable to use insulin. See also type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, and gestational diabetes.
Diabetes Pills

Pills or capsules that are taken by mouth to help lower the blood glucose level. These pills may work for people whose bodies are still making insulin.
Diabetic Eye Disease

A disease of the small blood vessels of the retina of the eye in people with diabetes. In this disease, the vessels swell and leak liquid into the retina, blurring the vision and sometimes leading to blindness.
Diabetic Ketoacidosis

High blood glucose with the presence of ketones in the urine and bloodstream, often caused by taking too little insulin or during illness.
Diabetic Kidney Disease

Damage to the cells or blood vessels of the kidney.
Diabetic Nerve Damage

Damage to the nerves of a person with diabetes. Nerve damage may affect the feet and hands, as well as major organs.
Dialysis

A method for removing waste from the blood when the kidneys can no longer do the job.
Dilated Eye Exam

Eye drops are placed in the eyes to widen the pupils to see the retina better. The eye doctor will look for changes in the retina in the back of the eyes.
Diphtheria

An acute, contagious disease that causes fever and problems for the heart and nervous system.
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