Question

Write a short note on diabetes. (5 Mark)

Answer 1

• Diabetes is a chronic condition associated with abnormally high blood sugar levels (glucose). (1 Mark)
• Absence or insufficient production of insulin, or an inability of the body to properly use insulin causes diabetes. (1 Mark)
• A few potential reasons leading to diabetes are obesity, lack of physical exercise, mental stress and sometimes heredity. (1 Mark)
• The three most common symptoms of undiagnosed diabetes include increased thirst, frequent urination, and increased hunger. Other symptoms include blurry vision, tiredness, tingling and numbness, etc. (2 Mark)