Ideas in this flowchart

• Type 2 diabetes
• A chronic condition that affects blood sugar regulation.
• Underlying mechanism
• Risk factors can increase the likelihood of developing it.
• The condition causes elevated blood glucose levels.
• Management may include lifestyle changes and medical treatment.
• Long-term complications may affect multiple organs.
• The body becomes resistant to insulin.
• The body may not produce enough insulin to compensate.
• Persistent hyperglycemia can damage the body over time.