Articles #chronic disease management

I have seen how often patients underestimate the silent yet tireless work of the immune system. It is not a single organ or structure, but rather an intricate network of cells, tissues, and chemical mediators that function with remarkable coordination — much like an elite defense army trained to detect, target, and neutralize threats.

Inflammation is the body’s natural defense mechanism, designed to protect against infections, injuries, and toxins. However, when this process becomes chronic, it silently contributes to a wide range of diseases—ranging from heart disease and diabetes to arthritis and even certain cancers.

Diabetes mellitus is not a single disease—it is a family of metabolic disorders characterized by high blood sugar due to problems with insulin. It is one of the leading global health concerns, affecting millions of people across all age groups.

Diabetes mellitus (DM) is a chronic metabolic disorder characterized by persistent hyperglycemia — an abnormally high level of glucose in the blood. It results either from: • Deficient insulin secretion (the pancreas does not make enough insulin), • Impaired insulin action (cells do not respond properly to insulin), • Or a combination of both.

Inflammation is the body’s natural defense mechanism against injury, infection, or harmful stimuli. However, when inflammation becomes chronic, it can silently damage tissues, contribute to arthritis, heart disease, diabetes, and even cancer.