In the following paragraphs, information on diabetes such as types of diabetes, causes of diabetes, symptoms or signs of diabetes, and treatment of diabetes are given.
Today 240 million people worldwide are living with diabetes. 41 million Indians have diabetes and 80 million Indians will have diabetes by 2030, according to World Health Organisation.
Diabetes is a very common disorder that affects the manner in which the body handles carbohydrates, fats and proteins. If neglected, diabetes can have serious complications. Fortunately, with a healthy lifestyle and with diet management you can lead a healthy life. The diabetic people have a high level of blood sugar. The blood sugar level is regulated by insulin (a hormone produced by the pancreas). The blood sugar level is regulated by your eating habits.
Types of Diabetes / Causes of Diabetes
There are two different types of diabetes.
Type I (juvenile diabetes or insulin-dependent diabetes): The reason for type I diabetes is due to pancreas unability to produce insulin. This type of diabetes is uncommon but severe in nature. It usually starts in childhood or adolescence and is a result of a genetic problem.
Type II (Type 2) (non insulin dependent diabetes or adult onset diabetes): Type II (Type 2) diabetes is a result of body tissues becoming resistant to insulin. It generally happens to people above 40 years of age and is usually hereditary.
A recent study (January 2004 issue of the Journal Diabetes Care.) suggests that people with a deficiency in magnesium have increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
Symptoms of Diabetes / Signs of Diabetes
Excessive urination
Excessive thirst and hunger
Sudden weight loss
Blurred vision
Delay in healing of wounds
Dry and itchy skin
Repeated infections
Fatigue
Headache
All or any of these symptoms may be present. However, note that these diabetes symptoms may be due to some other disease.
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