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Diabetes Insipidus – Symptoms and Types
Sunday, June 6th, 2010
When most people talk about diabetes, they think about type 1 or type 2 diabetes. Both of those are highly related to blood sugar levels. Another form is called Diabetes Insipidus, which is also known as water diabetes. This condition occurs when the body doesn’t manage water well.
The Symptoms
Since this disease effects water regulation, it will also effect urination as well. A major symptom is higher than normal frequencies of urination. So this may include having to urinate in the middle of the night or even bed-wetting. Urine may also be colorless or very light. Those with Diabetes Insipidus may also have the increased urge to consume more fluids. Other signs include constipation and dry skin. (more…)
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Warning Signs of Diabetes – Detecting Them Before It’s Too Late
Thursday, May 6th, 2010
At least 90 percent of people with diabetes in the United States and Canada have Type 2 diabetes. Also known as adult-onset diabetes because it typically occurs in people from age 45 up, Type 2 diabetes has begun occurring in younger people as well and the number of cases is rising. The problem with Type 2 diabetes is that symptoms occur very gradually in the early stages. In some people, symptoms may not be even felt. However, there are telltale signs that may indicate Type 2 diabetes. Some of these symptoms include: (more…)
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Early Symptoms of Diabetes – Diagnosing the Signs
Wednesday, April 21st, 2010
Diabetes is a very complicated disease – debilitating and life-threatening. It is also one of the most common diseases worldwide. In the United States alone, it is estimated that around 17 million people have diabetes mellitus. Each year, nearly 1 million more are diagnosed. Diabetes also claims more than 400,000 lives in the U.S. annually, making it the 6th deadliest disease in the country. With gloomy statistics such as this, it becomes even more important that people learn the signs of early diabetes in order to prevent further complications. (more…)
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Type 1 Diabetes Symptoms
Tuesday, December 2nd, 2008
For millions of families, it’s not uncommon to know someone who suffers from diabetes, which is a syndrome when the body either produces high blood sugar levels (hyperglycemia), your body doesn’t produce enough insulin (type 1 diabetes) or your body doesn’t respond to insulin (type 2 and gestational diabetes) which can lead to hyperglycemia.
But over 15,000 children are diagnosed with type 1 diabetes each year. It is not known what causes type 1 diabetes but many children are diagnosed with juvenile diabetes (and some adults as well). Here are several type 1 diabetes to keep an eye out for and if you feel you exhibit one of these signs, it is important to contact your physician to determine if you do have diabetes or not.