Do You Have Type 1 Diabetes? Find Out

Introduction

Thought to be an uncommon disease, Type I diabetes affects nearly one out of every 250 people, both old and young, living in the US today. Although "juvenile" has long been linked to this type of the disease, as in Type I juvenile onset diabetes, the problem may actually occur at any age in life, and appears equally among both men and women.

There are many things that can go wrong with your body. Consider this short list:
11 beta hydroxylase deficiency - Chromhidrosis - Alveolar Capillary Dysplasia - Agyria-pachygyria type 1 - Bacterial meningitis - Cowchock Wapner Kurtz syndrome - CACH syndrome
Unfortunately, most doctors have not heard of some of these diseases. Although it's uncommon, you probably know someone with Type I Diabetes.

Symptoms

While the symptoms and signs of Type I diabetes tend to be subtle in most cases, if not treated, they can become severe. Some of the most common symptoms include:
Blurry vision - Frequent skin, vaginal, or urinary tract infections - Nausea - Increased thirst
Other serious symptoms associated with Type I diabetes that warrant an immediate need for medical attention may include:
Abdominal pain Loss of consciousness, rarely in extreme cases Shaking, trembling Confusion

Causes

Scientists still are not aware of some of the factors that may cause one to have Type I diabetes. However, they know that it can be genetic. Researchers have discovered that insulin dependent diabetes maybe caused by environmental factors that create a bad reaction within the immune system. The exact origins of these triggers are still unknown to the researchers.

Diagnosis

For an accurate diagnosis of Type I diabetes, a physician must check for abnormal glucose levels by performing a blood test, and testing for the presence of glucose in the urine. With today's technology, there is no method to prevent this type of diabetes.

Treatment

There are many people, of all ages, who enjoy long, quite healthy lives despite having Type I diabetes. It's imperative to control this disease, which may be achieved by eating the right foods, a good exercise program, and having insulin therapy on a regular basis. Anyone with this form of disease must have insulin injections in order to properly maintain their glucose level, and be tested regularly.

Without treatment, Type I diabetes may evolve into several serious conditions, some of which may be life-threatening. Kidney damage is a quite common problem in those with Type I diabetes with a condition known as nephropathy.

Other possible complications include retinopathy, which causes a loss of vision, heart disease, nerve damage, poor blood circulationand gastrointestinal problems which may also result without medical treatment.

Although a serious problem, juvenile onset diabetes is a problem that can still be successfully managed with the right medical care.

Hope you enjoy this article.
Alma

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