An Introduction to Type 1 Diabetes: The facts you should know
Posted: Wednesday, April 29, 2009
by Tara Benton
An Introduction to Type 1 Diabetes: The facts you should know Traditionally considered to be a fairly uncommon disease process, Type I diabetes affects approximately one out of every 250 people, both kids and adults, living in the US today. Although the term "juvenile" has long been linked to this type of the disease, as in Type I juvenile onset diabetes, the disease may actually occur at any age, and appears equally among both males and females.
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Symptoms While the symptoms of Type I diabetes tend to be subtle in most cases, if not treated, they will actually become fairly severe. Some of the most common symptoms include:
Blurry vision - Frequent urination - Increased thirst - Dry mouth, even after drinking - Heavy or labored breathing for no apparent reason Other serious symptoms and signs associated with Type I diabetes that warrant an emergent need for medical attention may include:
Abdominal pain Confusion Rapid breathing and heart rate Shaking, trembling Fruity or sweet smelling breath Causes Scientists still aren't aware of a variety of the factors inducing one to have Type I diabetes. However, they do know that a susceptibility to the condition may be inherited from one or both parents. Researchers have discovered that this form of diabetes may also be caused by something in the environment that causes an unfortunate reaction within the immune system.
However, they are unsure as to the exact origin of these triggers.
Diagnosis For an accurate diagnosis of Type I diabetes, your doctor must check for abnormal blood sugar levels by performing a blood test, or also testing for the presence of glucose or ketones in the urine. With today's technology, there is no way to test for a tendency for Type I diabetes, or a method to prevent one from developing this type of diabetes.
Treatment There are many, of all ages, who enjoy long, quite healthy lives despite having Type I diabetes. It's imperative to keep blood sugar levels within their normal range, which may be achieved by eating a good diet, exercise, and the correct insulin therapy consistentlyone or more times a day. Anyone with this form of the disease must have insulin injections in order to properly maintain their blood sugar level, which will also have to be tested regularly.
Without treatment, Type I diabetes may presage several serious conditions, some of which may be life-threatening. Kidney disease is a frequent problem in those with the disease with a condition known as nephropathy. Other possible complications include retinopathy, which causes a loss of vision, poor blood circulation, nerve damageand instestinal disorders which may also result without medical treatment.
Although a serious problem, Type I diabetes is a disease that can still be successfully managed with the right medical care.
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