Type 1 Diabetes: How Does It Occur?

Glucose plays a very important role in the functioning of the
body. It is the most important carbohydrate, a simple
monosaccharide, which helps provide energy to the body. It
works with insulin to help build glucose transporters to the
body's cells. This glucose in the cells produces energy
required for the functioning of the body. When this process is
disturbed and the production of insulin is affected, the
condition is called diabetes.

The pancreas produces insulin in the body, but when the body is
unable to utilize the insulin produced, then this is known as
type 2 diabetes. The condition when the pancreas stops
producing insulin altogether, is called type 1 diabetes.

Type 1 diabetes usually occurs in children and young adults;
therefore it is also called juvenile diabetes. Fortunately this
type of diabetes can be controlled and managed more comfortably
than type 2 diabetes. However, this does not change the fact
that this is a serious condition and if you have the disease,
you have to be very careful. Diabetes is not a condition that
you can neglect; medical attention is required as soon as it is
diagnosed. If left untreated, it will lead to more serious
health problems. You have to be careful about what you eat and
what you do.

If your family has a history of diabetes, then you have to take
extra care as you have a greater chance of getting it than
someone who does not have a family history of the disease. Look
out for the signs and symptoms of type 1 diabetes at an early
age. It is best to get the right tests done to confirm whether
or not you have it. It is advisable to get as much information
as you can get on the condition. You can find a lot of
information in books, from your physician and, of course, on
the Internet.

Some of the early signs of type 1 diabetes that you need to
look out for are:

• Increased frequency of urination
• An insatiable thirst
• Severe hunger
• Unexplained weight loss
• Weakness and malaise
• Blurry vision
• Irritability

If you experience any of these symptoms, consult your physician
immediately.

Type 1 diabetes can lead to more complications if it is left
untreated. Examples are heart problems, strokes, damage to the
kidneys and blurred vision, possibly leading to blindness.

As the pancreas stops the production of insulin in type 1
diabetes, the treatment for this disease would include the
introduction of insulin to the body. There are about 20 types
of products available which could provide the much needed
insulin. Which product should be taken depends on the patient
and the physician providing the health care.

There are various insulin products which are made to suit the
different needs and lifestyles of the patients. The physician,
after examining the patient, will prescribe the insulin product
that is the most suitable. Factors affecting this decision are
the blood sugar level, how soon the insulin takes effect, the
peak times that insulin is required and also how long the
insulin is effective in the diabetic's body.

About The Author: Type 1 diabetes is a form of diabetes
mellitus. Find out more about diabetes mellitus at
http://DealWithDiabetes.com.

John V

John C. Vincent/CEO/The Opt-In Magic System
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