About Diabetes
April 15th, 2008 at 04:45am
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Although there are three different kinds of diabetes, the first set of symptoms to be experienced are typically those of hyperglycaemia, or an excess in blood sugar (glucose), and this is the first indicator something isn’t quite right.
The symptoms of hyperglycaemia may include blurred vision, fatigue, increased thirst and appetite and increased urination.
In a Type 1 diabetic, the onset of hyperglycaemia can be fairly abrupt due to fact the pancreas isn’t producing any insulin at all, or nearly no insulin at all. This means there is absolutely no outlet for the glucose, as the levels just build and build rapidly. Type 1 diabetes is extremely dangerous and can result in death. It used to be known as Juvenile Diabetes, as it usually only affects the young, and any symptoms shouldn’t be ignored and doctors should be consulted immediately as a matter of urgency.
For Type 2 diabetics, hyperglycaemia may take a long time to develop to the point the symptoms can be felt and noticed. Many people go through their entire lives unaware they have Type 2 diabetes, and take many of the symptoms as simply being signs of aging, especially since Type 2 Diabetes typically affects the middle aged adults onwards, hence its former name Adult Diabetes. In fairly recent years, due to the amount of children developing Type 2 Diabetes due to poor diets and obesity (the prime causes of Type 2 Diabetes), the name simply became Type 2 Diabetes.
As the symptoms of hyperglycaemia in Type 2 Diabetes can be extremely subtle, many people are completely unaware they have diabetes at all. Type 2 Diabetes is caused by one of two factors, the first factor being a lack of insulin production within the pancreas, the second being a condition known as ‘insulin resistance’. This is where the body begins to reject admission of the insulin, which carries the glucose. Therefore, a person’s body not only becomes starved of glucose as a fuel, but begins accumulating the glucose in the blood, which now has no outlet. The body may attempt to flush some of the glucose out of the body via urine.
Gestational Diabetes may perhaps be the most difficult form of diabetes to detect as the symptoms are so similar to a regular pregnancy it can be almost impossible to differentiate. For example, fatigue, increased appetite and thirst, and increased urination.
Gestational Diabetes is usually a temporary form of diabetes which disappears soon after the pregnancy, although it may leave the mother and child susceptible to developing permanent Type 2 Diabetes in the future.
Another worry concerning Gestational Diabetes is the damage it can do to the baby, which may be respiratory or cardiac problems, stillborn or death soon after birth. Untreated Gestational Diabetes can also be a contributing factor in later health problems as the baby reaches adulthood such as chronic obesity.
If you think you have even slightly felt any of the aforementioned symptoms of hyperglycaemia, it is highly important you see your G.P. as soon as possible. Diabetes isn’t a disorder you want to second guess yourself, as it can be fatal, particularly in the case of Type 1 Diabetes.
Although diabetes can be an extremely dangerous disorder, upon diagnosis it is extremely treatable. The most important things for a diabetic to do are to take any prescribed medication and monitor blood sugar levels regularly. If you have been advised by your doctor to take with you an emergency insulin / glucose kit, you should do so at all times, as it may be fatal not to. The other factors include plenty of exercise to help regulate glucose levels, and a healthy balanced diet.
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April 15th, 2008 at 04:38am
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Diabetes is a common medical concern that millions of people live with. It can be controlled and treated so that the majority of individuals with diabetes are able to live a fairly normal life. There are three types of diabetes people are diagnosed with - type I, type II, and gestational. While each of the three types of diabetes is caused by the pancreas not being able to produce enough insulin, they do have several differences.
Type I diabetes often results in the immune system not working properly. This is the most severe type of diabetes because the individual is at a very high risk of getting illnesses such as pneumonia. There is also the risk of infections in the body, especially the extremities. Insulin has to be taken by individuals with type I diabetes. It is generally diagnosed during childhood or the teenage years.
Type II diabetes usually doesn’t cause too many issues for the body as long as the blood sugar is regulated. Both Type I and Type II diabetes are treated with a variety of methods including insulin, a proper diet, plenty of exercise, and working closely with doctors and dieticians. Type II diabetes generally is diagnosed in adulthood.
Gestational diabetes takes place only in pregnant women due to changes in the body that are taking place. It is very important for the woman to get prenatal care and eat properly throughout the pregnancy. Gestational diabetes is known to be linked with low birth weight and premature labor.
If diabetes is not treated properly or it is so severe it can’t be controlled, it can result in a variety of health issues. It can lead to blindness and in some cases amputations of the arms or legs. Some individuals have to receive dialysis treatments several times a week due to their diabetes.
The sooner an individual is properly diagnosed with diabetes, the better chance they have of leading a normal life. The amount of insulin has to be adjusted to the individual so that they get enough to balance out the other body functions. Some common symptoms of diabetes that has not been diagnosed include frequent urination, constantly feeling thirsty, high blood pressure, and either weight loss or gain.
If you are experiencing any of these symptoms it is important to contact a doctor. A screening for diabetes includes a simple blood test to check the glucose levels in the body. If it goes undetected, diabetes can cause a person to suffer a heart attack, stroke, or other serious medical problem.
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April 15th, 2008 at 04:34am
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Adult type 2 diabetes is today an extremely common occurrence. Many people are not aware that diabetes is actually of three types: type 1 or child diabetes, adult type 2 diabetes, and gestational diabetes. Type 2 afflicts about on percent of the nation.
Obesity. Being overweight increases the risk for adult type 2 diabetes. Obesity is common in approximately 55% of all people diagnosed with it. Decreasing your weight is very important because carrying excess pounds can lead to adult type 2 as well as heart disease.
The treatment of adult type 2 diabetes varies from person to person. Whether you have other active medical problems, whether you have complications of diabetes, and your age and general health at time of diagnosis are all factors. Your health care provider will set goals for lifestyle changes, blood sugar control, and treatment.
Diet is an important consideration when you find you suffer from adult type 2 diabetes. First of all you will need to control your diet so that sugar will be kept in check. Dietary changes and moderate exercise are usually the first treatments implemented. When people are first diagnosed with this disease they are given dietary advice in the hope that this will enable them to take more control over the level of sugar in their blood.
Exercise. In the prevention and management of adult type 2 diabetes exercise plays a key role. It helps to keep blood glucose levels in check and greatly benefits your overall health profile. Exercise plays a key role in controlling obesity and helps to inhibit the onset of the disease.
Symptoms: These can start slowly and may seem unimportant at first. But be aware and don’t take them lightly. They include: being thirsty to excess, urinating often, loss of weight, being hungry all the time, frequent tiredness, cuts and bruises that are slow to heal, and persistent infections.
Some of the most serious complications are heart disease, blindness, nerve damage, and kidney damage.
The adult type 2 diabetes is today an extremely common occurrence. It is estimated that 1 in 90 people suffer from the disease. Have annual checkups with blood work and always be on the lookout for the symptoms.
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John Richmond is a contributing writer for YourDiabetesInfo.com and has done extensive research on the subject of adult type 2 diabetes. Please visit this informative website for answers to all of your diabetes questions.
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