Diabetes

Diabetes mellitus is a chronic condition characterized by high blood glucose levels. It can occur either because the pancreas does not produce enough insulin or because the body does not use insulin effectively. Diabetes is mainly classified into two types: type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes.

Types of diabetes

There are several types of diabetes, the most common being:
• Type 1 diabetes: occurs when the immune system attacks and destroys the beta cells in the pancreas, which produce insulin.
• Type 2 diabetes: the most common form, which occurs when the body becomes resistant to insulin or when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin.
• Gestational diabetes: occurs during pregnancy and usually goes away after birth, although it can increase the risk of developing type 2 diabetes later.

Symptoms of diabetes

Symptoms of diabetes can vary depending on the type and severity of the condition, but often include:
• excessive thirst and frequent urination
• excessive hunger
• unexplained weight loss
• tiredness
• blurred vision
• frequent infections

Diabetes team at NOVOMED CLINIC Constanța

At NOVOMED CLINIC Constanța, diabetes consultations are with Dr. Sorina Chelaru, senior specialist in diabetes, nutrition and metabolic diseases, for diabetes, prediabetes, dyslipidemia and other metabolic diseases, by appointment, with no referral needed.

What does a diabetes consultation involve?

A diabetes consultation starts with a detailed assessment of your health. The specialist will go through:
• your full medical history (personal and family)
• an assessment of symptoms specific to diabetes
• a physical examination
• recommending further tests (blood glucose, HbA1c and others) and interpreting the results
At NOVOMED CLINIC Constanța, the doctor makes the diagnosis and recommends the right treatment plan to keep diabetes under control.

When do you need a diabetes consultation?