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Three Types of Diabetes

Written on June 21, 2010 at 2:44 pm, by Free Diabetic Report

Millions of people in America are diagnosed with diabetes and not everyone has the same type of diabetes. It’s very important to know the differences if you have a love one who has been diagnosed or to get educated just in case you know someone who has complications from this disease.

There are three types of diabetes that one can be diagnosed with.

Type 1 diabetes (also known as juvenile diabetes)

Millions of children and adults in America have been diagnosed with type 1 diabetes (also known as juvenile diabetes). Type 1 diabetes is a lifelong disease that happens when the body’s pancreas is unable to produce insulin to control blood sugar (glucose) levels. Because it is a disorder of the body’s immune system, it affects the body from protecting itself from viruses, bacteria and other foreign substances, thus it is a dangerous disorder.

Diabetes is a chronic disease in which there is no cure. When the body’s immune system attacks and destroy beta cells in the pancreas. Beta cells are essential in producing insulin, a hormone that helps the body move the glucose contained in food to the cells which is then converted to energy.

But because the body is destroying the beta cells, it prevents the body from creating insulin and instead of glucose going into the cells, glucose stays in the blood and without any treatment, this can lead to serious damage to the body’s organs.

Symptoms of type 1 juvenile diabetes includes extreme hunger, extreme thirst, frequent urination, drowsiness or being lethargic, changes in vision, wounds or sores that heal slowly, having dry or itchy skin, losing feeling in the feet or having tingling I the feet, rapid weight loss and a sweet or wine-like odor in the breath and difficulties breathing.

Type 2 diabetes (known as non-insulin dependent diabetes)

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Diabetes Insipidus – Symptoms and Types

Written on June 6, 2010 at 9:14 pm, by Free Diabetic Report

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. Read more

Reactive Hypoglycemia – Recognizing and Treating Low Blood Sugar

Written on May 22, 2010 at 9:21 am, by Free Diabetic Report

Have you ever gone through a period of feeling nervous, confused, dizzy or just couldn’t sleep? There’s a chance that you may have undergone the symptoms of reactive hypoglycemia (also known as idiopathic reactive hypoglycemia). What you’re about to learn is what it is, how you can recognize and treat these symptoms safely on your own.

What is Reactive Hypoglycemia

While hypoglycemia usually occurs in diabetics, many non-diabetics have these symptoms as well. Reactive hypoglycemia is a low blood sugar “reaction”. An example of this is your blood sugar dropping after a meal. While this is typical, it becomes a problem when you blood sugar drops down below a certain threshold and you begin to experience symptoms which can disrupt your every day activities. Read more

Warning Signs of Diabetes – Detecting Them Before It’s Too Late

Written on May 6, 2010 at 11:38 pm, by Free Diabetic Report

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: Read more

Early Symptoms of Diabetes – Diagnosing the Signs

Written on April 21, 2010 at 1:34 pm, by Free Diabetic Report

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. Read more

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