Glossary

A deficiency means a lack of something.

A disease in which your body does not make insulin, does not make enough insulin or doesn't respond to insulin.

This condition happens when diabetes is out of control. Without treatment, it can lead to death.

A kidney disease that is caused by diabetes, which can lead to a need for dialysis.

An eye disease caused by diabetes that can lead to blindness.

It's the process of cleaning waste from the blood using special equipment. This process is necessary when a person's kidneys no longer work properly.

A dietician is an expert in food and nutrition.