Glucose is a sugar that plays an important role in human health and well-being. This sugar is a major source of energy for the brain and body cells. Cells that receive energy from glucose help in building muscles and tissues in the body. Although glucose can be important for the body, too much of this sugar can cause a chronic condition called diabetes. Diabetes, also known as diabetes mellitus, is a chronic condition caused by excess sugar in the blood. This condition can affect all age groups. In fact, in 2010 a survey was conducted by the National Diabetes Information Clearinghouse on the number of new cases of diabetes diagnosed. Of 1,907,000 people: 24.38% were aged 20 to 44, 55.17% were aged 45 to 64, and 20.45% were aged 45 to 64 or older at 65 years old. Diabetes is a very serious condition and can be fatal if left untreated. This document will help better educate the reader about the signs and symptoms, testing process, and management of diabetes. Although there are many symptoms of diabetes, many people fail to see them or choose to ignore them. One sign is frequent urine production, caused by high amounts of glucose in the urine. Excessive urine production can therefore lead to dehydration, resulting in increased thirst. A human with early signs of diabetes may also experience increased appetite and fatigue. Fluctuations in glucose level can even lead to blurred vision. Some of these signs may not seem too serious at first, but if left untreated they can lead to even more serious symptoms such as infections of the gums, skin, bladder, or even vaginal areas. It also affects the body's healing process, wounds that would not normally take long to heal can take more than double the time it normally takes. In more serious cases... half the sheet... adjustable at any time if necessary. Needles are never fun and the thought of having to stick one every day can be terrifying for some, but fear not, there is only one other option. A patient can forego the injections, if the doctor has given approval, and take the drugs orally. The prescribed oral medication helps stimulate the pancreas so it can produce and release insulin on its own. While there are many different options for managing diabetes, the use of any of these techniques must first be approved by the patient's doctor. Diabetes is a chronic disease that should never, under any circumstances, be taken lightly. If anyone experiences any of the signs or symptoms listed above, they should consult their primary care doctor. Knowing the signs and symptoms, testing process, and management of diabetes can help save a person's life.