Diabetes mellitus, commonly known as diabetes, is a condition associated with increased blood glucose levels. This is mainly of two types - Type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes. Type 1 diabetes occurs due to the deficiency of the hormone insulin and is seen mainly in children and young adults. Type 2 diabetes occurs because the insulin produced in your body does not act properly.

Diabetes mellitus, commonly known as diabetes, is a condition associated with increased blood glucose levels. This is mainly of two types - Type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes. Type 1 diabetes occurs due to the deficiency of the hormone insulin and is seen mainly in children and young adults. Type 2 diabetes occurs because the insulin produced in your body does not act properly.

The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped organ situated in your neck around your windpipe. It releases the hormones triiodothyronine and tetraiodothyronine which are necessary for controlling the metabolism of your body by acting on various organs. You may think of it as a battery that is necessary for charging your body. The three major thyroid related illnesses are hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, and thyroid neoplasm.