Q: What can happen to someone with type one diabetes?
I’m doing some research for something about diabetes type one, and i was wondeing what are the things that can happen, and does it happen if you are using inselin and eating right? If you have any info or web sites that i can check out, please let me know. Thanks!

A: Go to dlife.com. A site for diabetics and full of info. But the first thing that comes to mind on your question is, are you looking at someone who is treating their diabetes or someone who doesn’t follow guidelines and is out of control. Death is the major thing for someone who doesn’t take care, amputations, blindness, lose of kidney function are just a few others.

Q: How to lose weight with type ONE diabetes and hypothyroidism?
Ive been trying extremely hard to lose weight but the scale reads the same number. I have type ONE( not adult on set diabetes you get from poor lifestyle) and hypothyroidism which I think is the problem. I’m so tired of bring in twice the effort as a normal person and not seeing ANYTHING change(not a decimal number, nothing) so does anyone out there know of a diet and exercise plan or trick to help a person with my glitches lose weight? Thanks for the answers!

A: Hey there! I am in the same boat as you. I also have hypothyroidism and type ONE. While weight loss has been excruciatingly hard, I can offer some tips that I have been doing that have helped me slowly but surely get on the fast track to losing some weight.

1. Take a multivitamin: Our bodies are always fighting off so much. If you take a vitamin, you will ensure that your body will be getting the vitamins and minerals it needs to fight off infection and allow your body MORE energy to do other things, such as losing weight. Look for multivitamins that promote a health heart and strong bones, as well as a good immune system.

2. Count your calories: This is hard, but when there is a will, there is a way. Ever look on the nutrition facts of food and note the servings? Follow that! Record your total calories, fat, sodium, etc. Keep a journal and do this. I started out by just recording what I ate in a normal day, evaluating it (weaknesses: eat too big portions, not enough meat, too much bread/sugar, etc) and then seeing what I can do to improve it. Try to keep your calories to about 2,300 per day, and then whittle it down. I’m currently at 2,245 at the most per day, and I’m noting a change in my energy.

3. EXERCISE: Speaking of energy, hypothyroidism simply kills your metabolism with an AK-47. RIght here, you just need a little more willpower. Think of living longer. At least that’s what I do. Don’t use elevators: instead, use the stairs. Walk a little more than you need to. Have Nintendo Wii? Do WiiFit. It works out muscles you never thought you could work out! Walk around your neighborhood every day. Go to a track at a school and walk the curves and jog the straights for thirty minutes to an hour. I totally understand taht your energy will deter you from doing this, but even a little effort should help.

4. Stay happy! SOmething you love to do that doesn’t compromise your health or well being? Indulge in it! I like to draw and sew among other things. If you keep your feelings and personality up, then you can do all i have listed above and more.

5. Go to sleep on time. Yes this is very important. Your sleep helps regulate SO much.

While ALL are important, the integral plan is to choose a method and STICK WITH IT! Watch your portions, and work out every day for at least thirty minutes. Take that vitamin, get some sleep, and remember to do something you enjoy.

From one hypobetes dealer to another, I HAVE FAITH IN YOU!

And a last note: I’ve been doing this very method for the past week and a half, and I lost four pounds. Just keep going, and with a little patience you’ll get there!

Q: What happens when you have proteinuria and Type One diabetes?
Two years ago, before I was diagnosed with type one, I was diagnosed with proteinuria. Last December, I was diagnosed with Type one diabetes. I haven’t seen my kidney specialist since. But should I make an appointment? Is it possible that things are different now that I have diabetes?
Thanks!

A: Yes , different and not for the better. Git with it , dialysis is a real pain. In fact , my cousin had two treatments and he ordered them to pull the plug. They did. And that is the rest of the story>>>

What should a person do?
If a person has diabetes, hypertension, or both, the first goal of treatment will be to control blood glucose, also called blood sugar, and blood pressure. People with diabetes should test their blood glucose often, follow a healthy eating plan, take prescribed medicines, and get the amount of exercise recommended by their doctor. A person with diabetes and high blood pressure may need a medicine from a class of drugs called angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors or a similar class called angiotensin receptor blockers (ARBs). These drugs have been found to protect kidney function even more than other drugs that provide the same level of blood pressure control. Many patients with proteinuria but without hypertension may also benefit from ACE inhibitors or ARBs. The American Diabetes Association and the American College of Cardiology recommend that people with diabetes keep their blood pressure below 130/80.3

People who have high blood pressure and proteinuria, but not diabetes, also benefit from taking an ACE inhibitor or ARB. The Joint National Committee on Prevention, Detection, Evaluation, and Treatment of High Blood Pressure recommends that people with kidney disease keep their blood pressure below 130/80.4 To maintain this target, a person may need to take a combination of two or more blood pressure medicines. A doctor may also prescribe a diuretic in addition to an ACE inhibitor or ARB. Diuretics are also called “water pills” because they help a person urinate and get rid of excess fluid in the body.

In addition to blood glucose and blood pressure control, the National Kidney Foundation recommends restricting dietary salt and protein. A doctor may refer a patient to a dietitian to help develop and follow a healthy eating plan.

Tin

Q: What are some cookbooks for children with type one diabetes?
My 3-year-old cousin was just diagnosed with type one diabetes. What are some names of cookbooks that I can buy at Barnes and Noble for children with type 1 diabetes? Thanks in advance:)

A: Go to this website.Its amazon .com.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/0778801160/ref=dp_olp_new?ie=UTF8&condition=new

ITs:::America’s Best Cookbook for Kids with Diabetes (Paperback)
by Colleen Bartley (Author)
Price : around $14

Q: How would one get type one diabetes?
We have to write a paper in health class, and my topic is about a boy named Steve purposly trying to get type one, not type two, diabetes. Not my cup of tea, but I’ll go with it.
So I’m asking you if there is a way, let me rephrase that, if it is even possible to try and get type one Diabetes.

A: Type 1 diabetes is a histocompatibility immunological disorder thought to be caused by beta cells of the pancreas present improper antigens to T cells. According to wikipedia the primary gene though to influence the poly-genetic trait that leads to type 1 diabetes is a macro histocompatibility complex (MHC II) gene in chromosome 6.

I’m not going to go through the process of antigen presentation to helper T cells and the activation of an immune response through the production of interleukin, however it is an important topic which you may want to familiarize yourself. An important consequence of this process is that if any point your body begins the process of antibody production for an antigen associated with the pancreases’ beta cells, essentially type 1 diabetes could develop.

What are some scenarios in which one could induce such a response? Well the more likely one is that Steve gets a pancreas transplant. Since MHCs come in such a large variety in the human population, getting organs from other people will likely lead to a severe immune response, and eventual organ rejection. This is countered by immune-suppressants, taken throughout an organ recipients lifetime, and thus failure to take such medications could lead to failure of the pancreas and eventually lack of insulin production, characterized by type 1 diabetes.

Another scenario is that Steve takes a radioactive isotope, such as uranium, carves it into a knife and stabs his pancreas until cancer develops. (another source of radiation, or other carcinogenic substance could substitute this process).

Good luck on your paper. I hope this is enough to at least get your started.

Q: Is the needle prick test for diabetics testing for one type of diabetes or both.?
My uncle wanted me to ask about the needle prick the hospital gives diabetics. He wants to know if they’re testing for only one type of diabetes or all.

A: Their not testing for either……

What they are doing is measuring your uncle’s blood glucose levels to give them an idea as to what tests they may need to perform.

The glucometer they are using is not a diagnostic test for either type of diabetes.

Q: Does using insulin have any risks in type one diabetes?
I am doing a coursework A-level about diabetes type one and now I am at a stage of comparing the risks and benefits of using insulin please can you give reliable answers and sources if possible because I have to include my sources in my coursework. Thank you very much.

A: Nope. It is ALL BENEFIT. In fact, without insulin the Type 1 Diabetic WILL DIE!!!

Insulin is NOT a medicine — it is a normal product of your body. Insulin is a HORMONE that your body produces from an internal organ called the PANCREAS .

Insulin is need to allow sugar in your blood (from the digestion of food) to pass into your cells, which use it for fuel to work, grow, and reproduce. Without insulin the sugar cannot get to the cells, and the increase in the sugar in your blood will eventually cause death.

Type 1 Diabetes means that the patient’s pancreas has FAILED. When that happens their body does not produce its own insulin, and the patient gets sick. Without the daily insulin injections, the patient WILL die.

Type 2 Diabetes is caused by an OVERWORKED pancreas. In this case the patient has SOME insulin, so with strict dietary control, more exercise, and careful control of their weight, the Type 2 Diabetic might be able to live without insulin.

Q: Can women with type one diabetes have children?
I was thinking the other day about people with diabetes, can women with type one become pregnant and have kids? And will their kids have any birth defects and will they acquire type two diabetes?

A: Yes women with type 1 can get pregnant and have kids. Their children can develop birth defects from it only if they don’t have their blood sugars under control.

I’ve heard that any type of diabetic mom who has uncontrolled blood sugars while pregnant can cause their child to be more prone to develop type 2 later in life. But it’s unlikely that they’re going to be born with type 2. It’s more likely that they’ll have birth defects (if Mom’s sugars are high early in pregnancy) or be too large which causes a number of problems for Mom and baby (if Mom’s sugars are high later on in pregnancy)

Edit … I think someone might be misunderstanding me. I never said that type 1 and type 2 are related at all. A type 1 with uncontrolled sugars during pregnancy can increase the risk of their unborn child developing type 2 later in life because they will receive so much extra sugar while in the womb. And while sugar in itself does not cause type 2 diabetes, getting excessive amounts of it while you’re still a fetus can start you on your way towards it. I know this because I read it in a book when I had gestational diabetes a few years ago.

Q: what happens when you forget to inject insulin for a person with type one diabetes? doctors and nurses please?
i know this is really bad for me to be asking but i honestly don’t know the answer! i have type one diabetes, i was diagnosed in december 2008 so it’s been a while since the doctor told me what happens when i don’t inject insulin in myself or i forget to do it.

i don’t wanna test it incase it’s something really dangerous. The doctor told me, i just forgot. lol. and what are the signs that i need more insulin? like, physical signs and effects.

A: If you don’t take your insulin your glucose levels can get very high and eventually cause you to go into a coma and have severe electrolyte abnormalities.
You need to visit your doctor for a reminder on how and when to check your glucose levels and how much insulin to take. This is very important as uncontrolled diabetes can have many devastating effects such as blindness, kidney failure, heart disease and more.

Q: Im wondering if i have type one diabetes?
im 16 years old and im in good physical condition. but i looked on the internet and was looking at early symptoms of type 1 diabetes and the only one that kinda comes into effect with me is frequent thrist. i dont know if thats just cause the intake of salt or just cause its an early sign. any thoughts?

A: For an active 16 year old thirst is just thirst. If you are in good shape then you exercise, Right! So you sweat and need replacement.Besides I love the taste of water. OK what I am about to say don’t take it to heart.

Cyberchondria is a colloquial term for hypochondria in individuals who have researched medical conditions on the Internet. The media and the Internet often contribute to hypochondria, as articles, TV shows and advertisements regarding serious illnesses such as cancer and multiple sclerosis (some of the common diseases hypochondriacs think they have) often portray these diseases as being random, obscure and somewhat inevitable. Inaccurate portrayal of risk and the identification of non-specific symptoms as signs of serious illness contribute to exacerbating the hypochondriac’s fear that they actually have that illness.

But following things on the net can drive you crazy. I know. When I first started using the net I was just a little crazy, Now I am a full blown Manic!! WoW! To me crazy is good. How about you.

Q: what exactly is the difference between type1 and type 2 diabetes and what effect do they have on some one?
i was jus curious on the difference between type 1 and 2 diabetes and the effects cause the internet has all these medical answers i juss want a simple answer..thanx

A: Type 2 can be treated with proper diet, medication, and exercise, because your body produces some insulin.

Type 1 can only be treated with insulin injections because your pancreas does not produce any insulin at all. ————————

Q: How would you make a formal oultine on type ONE diabetes?
I am writing a 15 page research paper over type one, I kinda know what Im doing because I have had it for 10 years.. but, I need help with the outline to getstarted. CAn you help?

A: Introduction
Define the Disease
History
Signs and Symptoms
Dignostic Testing to Confirm the disease
Treament-Natural (Diet Exercise) /Western Medicine/ Transplants (Current Clinical Trials)/Psychological-coping skills, family support ect
Complications

Q: One more about Sotomayor, does any one have any concerns about her type 1 diabetes?
I have type 2 diabetes, so I do know a little about this topic? Does it have any relevance?

A: It`s not a concern, but it could shorten her time on the court.

Q: What are the microbes that cause diabetes type one?
I’m diabetic, and have been for around a year now, and I’ve just decided I’d like to know a little more about it, I can’ find this anywhere, all I know is that a certain kind of microbes cause the disease. Does anyone know which ones?

-Thanks, Lucy
(:

Thanks for the advice I’ve been given, my science teacher told me they were microbes.

You must think I’m dumb or something :L

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A: Well we all know Miss bentham is a fat blood sucking loser
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Q: I was wondering what is the blood pressure for type one Diabetes?
Okay yesterday I went to the store and I checked my blood pressure. It was 130 and usually it is 104. But on the thing it said 130 was kinda high. And I was wondering if that was diabetic. But i have been expreincing other diabetic[type one] symtoms. For example being thirsty, smelling sweet, fealing weak, and losing weight.
I am 115 pounds and 5′4 I don’t think I am obese

A: Diabetes and hypertension often go hand and hand… But not always. You can be a diabetic and have a normal blood pressure. Everyone is different and just because you have one, doesn’t mean you will have the other or that your BP will follow a particular pattern. If you are having symptoms of diabetes, see your doctor ASAP. And a systolic (top) number for your BP of 130 is not always a high reading. If you are a couch potato and obese, 130 is probably excellent for you.

Q: What causes people with Type 1 diabetes to get bad headaches and migraines?
My little brother has type 1 diabetes and was diagnosed with it at 12 months old and he sometimes get bad migraines. What causes migraines and bad headaches when you have type 1 diabetes?

He is 17 years old and is a big part of me. If something ever happened to him, damn I don’t know what I’d do.
I need some responses here guys.
Thank Tralee, but he already has an insulin pump as do most people with type 1.

A: I have had type 1 since I was 16 yrs old and have had migraines as well . It is because your sugar goes too high and puts excess pressure on your brain cells causing exspansion of them and that is what causes the migraines . I got this info from my dr and also I got a prescription for sumatriptan and it does help but makes you very drowsy and you cannot do anything after that .

Q: Type 1 diabetes and I want to get a breast implant is it safe?
I have type 1 diabetes and I want to get a breast job. Do you think it is ok for me to go through the procedure?

A: It’s safe so long as the medical/nursing staff as completely aware of your condition and take this into consideration when performing the procedure. This means providing you with appropriate IV fluids when you are fasting for surgery, checking your BMs regularly and ensuring you receive your insulin when needed.

Q: How much will Type 1 Diabetes cost me in health expenses in America?
I have Type 1 Diabetes and currently live in the United Kingdom, so my care is free. How much will health care/medication cost me in the United States, if I were to emigrate?

A: I would stay in the UK! It is outrageous living here in the US. I spend $9000 a year and I have great insurance.

My insulin copay per month is $38.
My other prescriptions are $40 a month.
Miscellaneous diabetic expenses cost me over $90 to $100 a month.
I visit my Endo doctor every 3 months at 10 buck a pop.
My cardiologist every 6 months costs me $25.
I’ve been in the ER twice this yr at $50 each time.
The foot doc twice a yr is $25 a visit.
Blood work every 3 months $100.
The diabetic clinic every 3 months $25
My pump supplies cost $50 every few months.
My insulin pump was 9 grand. I paid $50.
I spend a $10 copay per month for insurance.
The drug companies make a fortune on the Diabetics in the US.

Q: What are the chances of my 2 year old daughter to develop type 1 diabetes?
Both my husband and sister in law have type 1 diabetes. My husband develop type 1 diabetes when he was 5 years old, but his identical twin did not. His younger sister developed type 1 diabetes when she was 12 years old.

A: If a father has type 1, the child has a 1 in 17 chance of developing diabetes.
A child has a 1 in 25 chance of developing diabetes if the mother has type 1 and gave birth before the age of 25. Chances are 1 in 100 if the child was born after the mother was 25.
A child has a 1 in 7 chance of developing diabetes if the father has type 2 diabetes and was diagnosed befor the age of 50, chances are 1 in 13 if the father was diagnosed after the age of 50.
If both parents have type 2 diabetes, a child has a 1 in 2 chance of developing the disease.
This is just a tid bit of information that I got out of one of my diabetes magazines recently

Q: What are some psychological characteristics of type 1 diabetes?
Hi.
Are there any psychological characters of type 1 diabetes?
So far I have : Higher risk for eating disorders, depression, and dementia/
What am I missing?

A: Even though type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease, I guess quality of life could be decreased in some people who have it. A major diagnosis that is going to affect you for the rest of your life frequently causes depression – both at the time of diagnosis and throughout your life due to dealing with the constant monitoring and care that type 1 diabetes requires.
I recently read a nursing journal article that young females with type one diabetes are at higher risk for anorexia nervosa due to the strict adherence of a ‘diabetic diet’ and it discussed insulin omission with this.

I haven’t heard about the dementia one though – hope you’re not right there!

Q: Does Type 1 diabetes automatically disqualify you from being a police officer?
I am 21 years old and I want to apply to local police agencies in Maryland, particularly Prince George’s County and Howard County. I have had Type 1 Diabetes since I was 13 and I have always had excellent control (a1c between 5.0- 6.0). I have done research on whether diabetes will disqualify me from getting a job and the results seem to be mixed. Any information or links references on the topic would be a huge help.

A: No, it doesn’t. It DOES disqualify you from any of the armed forces though. As an EMT myself, I never had any problems with it.

You would really have to contact the local police or sheriff’s department to find out for sure but I know many diabetics that work in public safety.

EMT

Q: How do I get sponsors to be the youngest runner to cross America and support the cause for diabetes type 1?
I am 14 and I am training to be able to run all the way across the continental US in hopes to set a record and at the same time be able to raise much needed money for the research and hope for a cure for type 1 diabetes, which I have and is on the rise, rapidly. I don’t know where to begin to get this cause started and actually make it worth something. I am hoping for huge contributions to this cause. How should I begin?

A: I love your enthusiasm. Never let diabetes stop you from doing anything !!

Good luck.

Q: What are the best ways to reduce the risk of getting type 1 diabetes?
I’m really scared that I’m going to get type 1 diabetes. I match two of the symtoms of it: extreem hunger and fatigue. Type 1 diabetes runs in my family, my sister, and great grandparents had it.

A: If it runs in your family, you should probably go and get tested for it.
Other symptoms that I experienced include frequent thirst, frequent bathroom visits-like every hour and you feel like you can’t hold it if you want to-, and vomiting after a high carb and high sugar meal-such as a chocolate shake and McDonald’s for me-, and extreme weight loss.
You can go to your doctor so they can check your urine, no blood drawn. Please, don’t wait. DIabetes is very serious but don’t be scared, your doctors can offer all kinds of support.

Q: How do you take care of type 1 diabetes?
I want to know how to take care of type 1 diabetes, when do you check? How often? What is a good eating plan? When can you eat and not eat? When can you have candy and sugar or go off your eating plan? When do you take insulin? How much insulin? Just all the stuff you have to go through to take care of type 1 diabetes, thanks!

A: Insulin lowers the level of glucose in the blood by allowing it to enter your cells to be used for energy. Since people with type 1 can no longer depend upon their pancreas to produce insulin, it must be obtained from injections or an insulin pump every day.

There are a number of insulin preparations available these days. They range from short-acting to long-acting and can be mixed together if your doctor believes this will enable you to achieve better control of your blood glucose. Your doctor will prescribe the type(s) best suited for your situation and the dr. will prescribe your dose and how often you administer your dosage.

Though researchers are searching for additional ways to administer insulin without a needle, such as inhaling it or taking pills, injections are still the only way to get the necessary insulin that people with type 1 need to live.

Meal planning is an important part of managing your type 1 diabetes. The reason you must follow a meal plan is that you have to balance the insulin you take and food you eat. Remember, food increases your glucose levels, insulin brings it down. You always have to consider one when taking the other. And don’t believe the old myth that says you can’t eat anything sweet or you must give up your favorite foods. The truth is, you can eat most anything you want as long as you factor it in to your overall meal plan for any given day.

The best way to get started is to meet with a dietician who will consider your health needs, your lifestyle and your food preferences, including when you can eat and not eat and when you can have candy and sugar, or go off your eating plan, and work them into a personalized meal plan you can live with.

Exercise works in a similar way that insulin does; it reduces the amount of glucose in your blood. It’s not a substitute for insulin but rather an additional healthy way to further lower your glucose.

Another benefit of regular activity is that it helps you achieve your optimal weight. And the closer you are to your target weight, the better your body will use the daily insulin you take. But before starting an exercise routine, consult your doctor. Having type 1 diabetes requires that you give special attention to your blood glucose before your activity, during and after to help prevent a sudden drop in blood glucose levels.

The only way you can confidently know what your blood glucose level is at any given time is to test it. Regular testing will help you identify high and low levels before serious problems could develop. When testing is performed on a regular basis, it helps you assess how well you are balancing your insulin therapy, meal planning and exercise to manage your diabetes. These test results will also provide valuable information for your doctor to help make adjustments to your overall care plan.

Fortunately, there are many small, pocket-sized blood glucose monitoring devices that will check your glucose levels in seconds using only a small drop of blood. Many of these devices also allow you to download your results to your computer to make graphs and charts of your readings to help spot trends or trouble spots.

You can purchase these blood glucose monitors at your local pharmacy. But your better option is to talk with your healthcare provider who may be able to get you one along with a small number of test strips for free. The companies that manufacture glucose monitors supply physicians and diabetes educators with monitors hoping they will pass them to their patients. Other options include asking your pharmacist about discounts or rebate coupons or call the manufacturer directly. But getting any monitor, find out whether your insurance will cover the meter and strips. Some insurance companies will only cover particular meters.

Hope this helps.

Q: What happens if i am diagnosed with type 1 diabetes?
Will I have to go to the hospital if I am diagnosed with type 1 diabetes? If so, what will i do there? Will they just teach me how to control my diabetes? Will they just monitor me? Will they do anything that hurts to me besides insulin injections, and checking my blood sugar?

A: i’m not quite sure why you’re asking this if you haven’t even been diagnosed. did your doctor tell you he suspects you have t1? there is no way that a doctor would tell you that and then simply send you home without insulin or education. you don’t even know if you have it, you don’t claim to have any symptoms, and yet you’re jumping to conclusions. take it one step at a time instead of freaking out over this. oh, and you DON’T need a catheter unless you are severely ill, unconscious, or physically unable to void on your own. stop obsessing over this…it’s not healthy!

Q: Can I test for type 1 diabetes using things I have at home?
I’ve just been told I may have diabetes [I wasn't told what type but it must be type 1 because I'm only 16 and I have a BMI of 18.5 so I'm obviously not overweight, so it has to be type 1]. I can’t see my doctor for another week, and I really need to know. I can’t order anything online, and I live too far from any drugstores to be able to get there. Is there anything I can do?

A: Was the somebody, that told you that you may have diabetes, a member of
the medical profession? That can be a very mean thing to do, telling
someone they have a medical problem, without having the knowledge
to back it up. Look how you’ve worried and it is highly likely that you
do not have it. Remain calm and see your dr. next week. If you have it,
you will have it all your life and you will learn to manage it. Don’t be
fearful.

Q: Is there an environmental factor to developing type 1 diabetes?
I know that there is for sure when it comes to type 2 diabetes because if a person’s weight is kept in check, he/she will have a better chance of not developing diabetes. But what about type 1 diabetes?

A: Environmental factors that have been implicated:

-Viruses
-Exposure to gluten, soy, and casein (these food proteins can possibly stimulate the autoimmune response in those prone to Type 1 diabetes). Casein (milk protein) studies are being done right now to see if avoiding casein in infant formula will reduce the risk of Type 1 diabetes in infants with the known susceptibility genes. The study is called ‘TRIGR’.
-A lack of Omega 3 EFA and Vitamin D. Recent studies have come out confirming that Omega 3 is protective against Type 1 diabetes, as is Vitamin D. High Vitamin D and Omega 3 levels decrease risk, but do not eliminate it entirely of course.
-Stress, trauma, accidents, illness, and/or pregnancy also seem to cause a shift in immune function that can trigger the disease in people prone to it.
-Some medications have been linked to Type 1 diabetes, although there is usually no conclusive proof in most cases.

All cases of *autoimmune* Type 1 diabetes require an interaction between genes that make them susceptible AND an environmental trigger. Note that there may be *many* possible triggers, and one may need any number of combinations to develop the disease depending on their genes. Different genes may even have different triggers. Also, some people may have so much genetic susceptibility that they will develop the disease from virtually *any* trigger no matter what.

There are cases of “Type 1″ diabetes that are not autoimmune, and can be caused by direct trauma to the pancreas, a virus acting directly on the pancreas (no autoimmunity), or secondary to a disease like Cystic Fibrosis. These cases are referred to as “Type 1B”, “Idiopathic”, or “Secondary” diabetes.

There is also the KIR6.2 genetic mutation, which causes some cases of neonatal (infant) diabetes. This is sometimes mistakenly diagnosed as autoimmune Type 1 diabetes and treated with insulin. Kids with this mutation actually can use oral diabetes medication. This form of diabetes is strictly due to genetics (no trigger and no way to prevent it), and VERY rare.

The study listed in answer above refers to a lack fo sleep and shift work as pertaining to Type 2 diabetes. Often the above leads to an increase in insulin resistance, more fast food consumption, and less exercise. 99% of of studies and media are referring to Type 2 diabetes unless it specifically says otherwise. Type 2 diabetes is often linked to lifestyle and modifiable factors.

Type 1 diabetes is not caused by poor diet, junk food, lack of exercise, obesity, etc.

In other words, yes there are environmental factors associated with Type 1 diabetes, but as of now it is not a preventable disease by any known means.

Q: Is type 1 diabetes hereditary? What are the chances of passing it to your kids?
I’ve dated a girl who is Type 1 diabetic and has several health problems. It has crossed my mind that if I end up marrying her, maybe my kids would have diabetes. Her dad has diabetes and her great uncle died by diabetes as a child several years ago. If I ended up having kids with her, what are the chances of passing the disese to them?

A: A lot depends on several variables in the affected genes: http://www.genetichealth.com/dbts_genetics_of_type_1_diabetes.shtml

In other words, no easy or reliable way to quantify it other than the risk is there.

Q: What affect could dislocating a shoulder have on a person with type 1 diabetes?
My friend and I are trying to role play a scene and her character (a detective with diabetes) just dislocated his shoulder. My character is a doctor and I wanted my response to be as medically accurate as possible. Could someone who knows more about diabetes tell me how a trauma like this might affect a person with type 1 diabetes?

A: The only possible connection between injury and type 1 diabetes is that a significant injury may mildly elevate glucose over a short period of time. The injury in and of itself will not alter long-term diabetic control. Opioids – to treat pain – do not affect blood glucose. It is very rare for a dislocated shoulder to become infected and in fact in the absence of penetration through the skin I am not aware of a single case. Your response as a physician would be very straight-forward and not really affected by this person’s type 1 diabetes. You must obtain adequate pain control in order to ‘reduce’ the shoulder which means to move it back into place. After this the pain should virtually disappear although a few days of anti-inflammatory non-steroidal pain medications may be advised. May the muse of theater make you a master thespian. I wish you the very best of health and in all things may God bless.

Q: Does anyone know if Type 1 diabetes is hereditary?
My partner has Type 1 diabetes (the insulin dependent -non lifestyle dependent sort) and we are planning on having a child. Is this hereditary and is there anything that can be done to stop or lower the chances of it being passed down?

A: Amount the various factors for Diabetes Type 1, hereditary reasons are also one of the factor but this can not be ATTRIBUTED FULLY TO DIABETES.

Type-1 diabetes, once known as juvenile diabetes or insulin-dependent diabetes, is a chronic condition in which the pancreas produces little or no insulin, a hormone needed to convert sugar (glucose) into energy. Although type 1 diabetes can develop at any age, it typically appears during childhood or adolescence.

Type 1 Diabetes – Results from the failure of the body to produce insulin, the hormone that, unlocks the cells of the body, allowing glucose to enter and fuel them. It is estimated that 5 to 10 per cent of Americans who are diagnosed with diabetes have Type 1 diabetes.

Various factors may contribute to type 1 diabetes, including genetics and exposure to certain viruses. Despite active research, type 1 diabetes has no cure. But advances in blood sugar monitoring and insulin delivery have simplified the daily routine of managing type 1 diabetes. With proper treatment, people who have type 1 diabetes can expect to live long, healthy lives.. -

Q: What Is The Symptoms of diabetes?
What Is the Symptoms Of Diabetes?

A: Extreme thirst
Frequent urination
Hunger
Dry, flaky skin
Tired
Dizzy
Blurry vision
Can’t get enough sleep
Finding it hard to pay attention to anything
Shaky
Headaches
Sweet/fruit smelling breath
Sweet smelling urine

I hope this helped.

Q: what are the symptoms of diabetes?
i think i have some symptoms of diabetes like frequent urination and burning of the feet and tiredness but not sure if diabetes is what it is or just other things in my life that causes these symptoms diabetes runs in my family both of my grandparents on my mothers side of the family had it and my uncle! I am having blood work done soon just want other peoples opinion!
I did not start getting the foot problem and frequent urination until about 6 months ago and not at the same time ! I also figured the tiredness was just from working third shift! But I decided to have the blood chem. test done anyway

A: My bet is that not only have you got diabetes, but that you have had it long enough now, uncontrolled, to have already done some serious damage to your body organs. Sadly you are one of millions of people who could have discovered very early on that they had diabetes, received treatment, stabilized the condition, and got it completely under control before it had a chance to do its damage. All it would have taken was a very simple blood test. You in particular, should have got the “message”, knowing that you had a significant family history of this very controllable condition, but also a disease that is very destructive when it is ignored.

Q: Why do diabetes symptoms include a lot of thirst for water?
Can some one explain to me why this happens please? I want to know what goes on inside the body.

A: Water and Diabetes
Have you ever been dying of thirst and a coworker or friend said, “You know, you may have diabetes?” Sounds like a stretch, but in reality, thirst can be a signal of this disease that is taking America by storm.

So why is thirst linked to diabetes? According to a 1995 CNN.com article, with diabetes, excess blood sugar, or glucose, in your body draws water from your tissues, making you feel dehydrated. To quench your thirst, you drink a lot of water and other beverages and that leads to more frequent urination. If you notice unexplained increases in your thirst and urination, see your doctor. It may not necessarily mean you have diabetes. It could be something else.

Q: What are the most common symptoms of diabetes?
I don’t know if i have diabetes or not, as I have some of the symptoms, like urinating often and thirst. however, I don’t know exactly to what extent these symptoms apply, as I can find quantified data nowhere. What exactly is “extreme thirst”. How many times going to the bathroom is “urinating often.” Is “sudden weight loss always a symptom”. Thanks for the help.

A: ^Thirst and frequent urination, can vary from person to person if you are drinking much more than usual and urinating more than usual for you that can be a sign.

The best thing to do is go to your doctor and have an A1C test, this is a blood test that will give you, your glucose (sugar) levels for the last 3 months. Ask your doctor to run kidney, liver function and a CBC test also, these are all blood tests as well.

Please go to the site below, they have a link for a test you can take on line, just answer the questions and they will evaluate to see if you have a risk factor. Good luck, I hope this helps.

Q: do you only get diabetes symptoms when your glucose is high?
im pretty sure i have diabtes, becus of the dry mouth n frequent urination, but i wanted to know if those symptoms rise as your glucose rises, and if my glucose becomes normal, will the dry mouth stop?. thank you
whats uti?

A: The longer your blood sugar stays high, normally the more symptoms you will have. However, there are people that have diabetes, and never had any symptoms at all. They discovered it from routine checks ups. Yes, if you control your diabetes, the symptoms will subside, except for things like neurophathy, which, may become less noticeable, but still be felt in most cases.
If you even suspect that you may have diabetes, please get checked ASAP

Q: Can symptoms of Diabetes Insipidus disappear and then return?
My 20 month old had the typical symptoms of diabetes insipidus from birth (frequent urination and extreme thirst). Then at 5 months old they went away and were replaced with constipation which continued until she was 11 months old. Then again she was putting out high volumes of pale urine and drinking more water than I have ever seen a child drink. Now at 20 months she is back to being constipated and not drinking or urinating heavily. Doctors want to do a MRI but do not want to undergo such an evasive procedure if there is no diagnosis.

A: As a father of a large family I would be doing what the doctor says and fast. An MRI is the least invasive proceedure for internal examination. It’s magnetic imaging not xray.I went with a grandaughtwer while she had it done for a faulty stomach valve which needed major surger eventually. It was nothing at all to be concerned about.
They may well be examing for a twist in the bowel and that needs finding.

Q: What are some embarrassing symptoms of diabetes?
I have read on other posts that you get some embarrassing symptoms when you have diabetes…What are some of these symptoms? I was recently diagnosed and I want to know what to expect or if I am already experiencing some of these…thanks

A: I was type 1 diabetic for years, and can’t think of anything embarrassing about it. Some people might not feel comfortable testing their blood sugar in public – it never bothered me, and you don’t have to do it in public anyway. I just can’t imagine what someone finds embarrassing about it.

Perhaps some people get embarrassed because they get sweaty and shaky when their blood sugar drops? I don’t know why anyone thinks that is embarrassing either.

I have a few problems with George D’s answer. First, I know people who are meticulous with their diabetes and still have complications. Type 1 diabetes in particular can be very difficult to control There is simply no way that insulin shots or the pump, can perfectly imitate what a normal human pancreas can do. No one’s going to be able to predict exactly how much insulin they need; it’s extremely difficult to measure every micro-ounce of food you eat; it’s impossible to eat at the exact same time every day, or figure out exactly how exercise will affect your blood sugar level. No one, ever, has complete control over their diabetes, and frankly I resent the fact that some people think you can.

So I think it’s very inappropriate to ever say that a complication like blindness, amputation, kidney failure, etc, is embarrassing.

I had a kidney/pancreas transplant in 2005, which is not a cure, but I am no longer taking any insulin and all my blood sugars are normal.

Q: What are the most common symptoms for Diabetes?
My biological father has type 1 diabetes. I have been tested for it before but not recently. I eat like a pig and I can’t gain any weight. I’m 25 years old and about 5′5″ at 107 lbs. I have a lot of iron deficiency symptoms though too. LOW blood pressure, dizziness when standing, very poor circulation (cold, red hands and feet), etc. Is it likely to get this type of diabetes at my age or am I past that point?

A: You can get at any age.

Diabetes Type 1: Symtoms of type 2

In type 1, the pancreas stop producing insulin, due to autuimmune response or possibly viral attack on pancreas. In absence of insulin, body cells does not get glucose for producing ATP (Adenosin Triphosphate) units which results into primary symptom in the form of nausea and vomiting. In latter stage which leads to ketoacidosis in which body starts breaking down muscle tissue and fat for energy, there is consequently fast weight loss. Dehydration is also usually observed due to electrolyte disturbance. In advance stages even coma and death, are being witnessed.

Diabetes Type 2:

* Increased fatigue : Due to inefficiency of cell to metabolise glucose, reserve fat of body is metabolised to gain energy. When fat is broken down in the body, it uses more energy as compared to glucose, hence body goes in negative calorie effect, which results in fatigue.
* Polydipsia : As the concentration of glucose increases in the blood, brain receives signal for diluting it and in its counteraction we feel thirsty.
* Polyuria: Increase in urine production is the result seen when excess of glucose is present in body. Body tries to get rid of the extra sugar in the blood by excreting it through the urine. This can also lead to dehydration because excreting the sugar which carries a large amount of water out of the body along with it.
* Polyphegia : The hormone insulin is also responsible for stimulating hunger. In order to cope up with high sugar levels in blood, body produces insulin which leads to increased hunger.
* Weight flactuation : Factors like loss of water (polyuria), glucosuria , metabolism of body fat and protein may lead to loss of weight. Few cases may show weight gain due to increased appetite.
* Blurry vision : Hyperosmolar hyperglycemia nonketotic syndrome is the condition when body fluid is pulled out of tissues including lenses of eye, which affects the ability of lenses to focus resulting in blurry vision.
* Irritability : It is one of the sign of high blood sugar because of the inefficient supply of glucose to brain and other body organs, which makes us feel tired and uneasy.
* Infections : Certain signals from the body is given whenever there is fluctuation of blood sugar (due to suppression of immune system) by frequent infections of fungal or bacterial like skin infection or UTI (urinary tract infection).
* Poor wound healing : High blood sugar resists the flourishing of WBC, (white blood cell) which are responsible for body immune system. When these cells do not function accordingly, wound healing is not at good pace. Secondly, long standing diabetes leads to thickening of blood vessels which may affect proper circulation of blood in different body parts.

Good luck

Q: What are the main symptoms of diabetes?
i fear i may have developed type2 diabetes – what are the main symptoms, is there any easy way to find out, and if i HAVE developed it, how will it change my life? i.e. willi still be able to drink alcohol?

A: If you are worried you should see a doctor

Q: What are the symptoms for diabetes ?
I am wondering what are the symptoms for diabetes since I have a tendency to drink a lot of liquid – but its summer time now (tho it happened to me during other seasons) what other symptoms are there ?

A: Diabetes can and often does go undiagnosed because the symptoms can seem harmless and oftentimes normal.
Some diabetes symptoms include:

Frequent urination
Excessive thirst
Extreme hunger
Unusual weight loss
Increased fatigue
Irritability
Blurry vision

Type 1 Diabetes Symptoms
Frequent urination
Excessive thirst
Extreme hunger
Unusual weight loss
Increased fatigue
Irritability
Blurry vision

Type 2 Diabetes Symptoms
Blurry vision
Cuts or sores that are slow to heal
Itchy skin, yeast infections
Increased thirst
Dry mouth
Need to urinate often
Leg pain

Q: What are the symptoms of diabetes?
A doctor told me he wants me to be checked for diabetes. If anyone out there has diabetes can you tell me what some of your symptoms are?

A: I hope you don’t match any of the symptoms of diabetes. Even if you do, you do not need to panic, it can be controlled. Some of the more common symptoms are weight loss, frequent urination, visual disturbances heavy sweating and sleeping too much There are indeed quite a few symptoms, but most people never realize they have diabetes until they’re tested. The test involves a simple blood test. On the given link you can find some easy diagnostic kits for diabetes. Your physician is the one who has to order the blood test. Your physician will tell you whether you have diabetes, and you certainly need to pay attention, because it is YOU, not the doctor, who will have to manage your diabetes. you can find some tests below

Q: symptoms of diabetes, if you have it and haven’t been diagnosed with diabetes, can the symptoms go away?
Recently i’ve been feeling very tired and my extremity are tingling, I have athletes foot, and I feel sometimes that I am thirsty all the time, some of the most common symptoms of diabetes. I haven’t been diagnosed with diabetes or anything, and my athlete’s foot has been with me way before all the other things happened. Is there a high chance that I will have diabetes? Can this symptoms go away? What should I do?

A: The common symptoms of diabetes are

1. Voracious thirst and excessive fluid intake (medically termed as Polydipsia)
2. Increased hunger / appetite (Polyphagia) and craving for sugar
3. Excessive urination and frequent trips to toilet – (Polyuria) – especially at night
4. Unusual weight loss or obesity
5. Exhaustion / tiredness with tremours
6. Sleeplessness or disturbed sleep
7. Lack of concentration, confused mind, memory loss & irritability
Vague pain / cramps
8. Numbness and tingling sensation in extremities or in any parts
Burning feet / hands
9. Sweet smelly urine
10. Dryness of skin (with or without itch) and mucous membrane (example – dryness of mouth)
11. Development of recurrent boils
12. Delay in wound healing / gangrene formation
13. Blurred vision
14. Recurrent urinary tract infection
15. Development of vascular problems – BP, Stroke, Vasculitis, etc
16. Development of foot complaints due to numbness / prone to infection

Before you think that you have diabetes, go consult your doctor. Be calm and don’t be tensed.

Q: What are the symptoms of diabetes on a dog ?
I have a 3 year old chihuahua she loves i cream so i’m worry that she may have diabetes, She’s getting spay next month thas way i’m concern. Thank you

A: Symptoms of diabetes include excessive drinking and urinating (not dissimilar to signs of kidney trouble). Also occasional bouts of lethargy as blood sugar levels go up and down. You can get your vet to do a fairly inexpensive blood test to check for this when she’s spayed.

My guess however is that your dog is not diabetic – I mean, who doesn’t love cream! I’d limit the cream intake if I were you, it’s more likely to cause diarrhoea, and 95% likely to cause obesity!

Chalice

Q: What are some signs and symptoms of diabetes for a 13 year old?
My friend thinks she might have diabetes so I want to know some symptoms

A: if you are have reason to believe she has diabetes other people will actually notice more than she will. you should follow her around (not completely stalk her) and look for any of these:
-extreme thirst
-lack of apatite
-one moment extremely hyper next moment very calm, sickish(and reverse order)
-test scores and grades will significantly drop (you will have a hard time taking in information when your blood sugar is out of range, your brain will dismiss it for some reason but you THINK you are taking it in then you take a test on it and fail it horribly)
-stubbornness increase
-irritable
-mood swings

something you can do is go to a drug store like wal greens and buy ketone strips and test your sef for ketones. this wont tell you for sure if you have diabetes but it is less common for a non diabetic to get ketones.

another thing you can do i if you dont want to go to a hospital and you on a low budget for about $19 you can buy a blood test meter. for a non diabetic person you should be between 80-120, but if you are sick or have an eating disorder it may be between 60-180. if your not diabetic and it is our of this range you should go to a doctor immediately.

also i hope your talking about type 1 diabetes not type 2. these are all regarding type 1

Q: Is it possible to have diabetes w/o having all of the symptoms?
Lately I have been having a good amount of the symptoms for diabetes specifically T1 but I haven’t been loosing rapids of amount of weight at all. So should I get checked out even though I don’t have all of the symptoms?

A: Yes, it’s possible, and it’s even better to get checked out now rather than later. Early detection, before you start having symptoms, improves your chance of having a better outcome with the disease and catches it before it has done damage to your body. If you have any concerns I recommend seeing your healthcare provider ASAP.

Q: Diabetes symptoms?
I have 3 nap during the day
Is this one of the symptoms for diabetes??
I’ve always been at risk
Overweight, 57 yrs old
Don’t seem as compulsive with food as I used to be
If I eat something high in sugar what effect will it have ?
Thank you all!
I don’t need a doctor I have you guys!!
I’ll go on Monday, I have been at risk all my life, but I notice a subtle change lately.

A: What are the main Symptoms of Diabetes?
The most consistent symptom of diabetes mellitus (Type I and II) is elevated blood sugar levels. In Type I (insulin dependent / early onset) diabetes, this is caused by the body not producing enough insulin to properly regulate blood sugar. In Type II (non insulin dependent/adult onset) diabetes, it is caused by the body developing resistance to insulin, so it cannot properly use what it produces.

However, high blood sugar is not something you can see in the mirror at home, so it is useful to know the side-effects of high blood sugar, which are commonly recognized as the noticeable symptoms of diabetes.

If you find yourself experiencing many of these diabetes symptoms on a consistent, long term basis, you should visit a doctor to be tested for diabetes. Ignoring (or not recognizing) the symptoms of diabetes can lead to long-term serious health risks and complications from untreated diabetes. Some of the common ‘early warning’ signs of diabetes are:

The first symptom of diabetes is often excessive thirst (unrelated to exercise, hot weather, or short-term illness)
Excessive hunger (you know you’ve eaten “enough” but are still hungry all the time)
Frequent urination (often noticed because you must wake up repeatedly during the night)
Tiredness and fatigue (possibly severe enough to make you fall asleep unexpectedly after meals), one of the most common symptoms of diabetes.
Rapid and/or sudden weight loss (any dramatic change in weight is a sign to visit a doctor)
While many of the signs and symptoms of diabetes can also be related to other causes, testing for diabetes is very easy, and the constant/regular presence of one or more of these symptoms over an extended period of time should be cause for a visit to the doctor.

If diabetes is suspected, tested for, and diagnosed when those symptoms first start appearing, other more serious symptoms of advanced diabetes can often be prevented or have their onset significantly delayed through diet, exercise and proper blood sugar management.

However, often the ‘minor’ symptoms of diabetes go unrecognized, and physical and neurological problems may arise, resulting in some
of the following symptoms:

Blurred vision (diabetes can lead to macular degeneration and eventual blindness)
Numbness and/or tingling in the hands and feet (peripheral neuropathy, a symptom of diabetes, causes nerve damage in the extremities)
Slow healing of minor scratches and wounds (diabetes often leads to impaired immune system function)
Recurrent or hard-to-treat yeast infections in women (another sign of impaired immune function)
Dry or itchy skin (peripheral neuropathy also affects circulation and proper sweat gland function)
If you are experiencing any of these symptoms on a regular basis, or you recognize these symptoms in a child or relative, they may be signs of untreated diabetes. A doctor’s appointment should be made as soon as possible, so the individual experiencing the symptoms can — if diabetes is diagnosed — take the steps needed to prevent more serious health problems

Q: Diabetes Symptoms?
Hi

Now a days i feel very thirsty and frequent urination.
but iam not feeling hungry as before.

As i hear that symptoms of diabetes contain frequent urination, drying mouth and very heigh hunger.
but in my case i have drying mouth and frequent urination but no hungery.

is that a symptom of diabeties. please help me out.

Thanks in advance

A: I was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes about 6 years ago, and with that experience, i would strongly suggest seeing a health care profressional immediately. I had some of the symptoms beforehand, abd did not know that they were the symptoms of diabetes at the time. What got me to to realize what I had were the symptoms of a heart attack. If it turns out to be a false alarm, at least you will be assured of that. If it turns out to be true, then you can take the first steps towards dealing with it. This includes getting support from a doctor, getting support through all resources available, and support from your family. A good resource is the American Diabetes Association which has a website online, and many glucometer manufacturers offer free meters to diabetics. If you wish, feel free to contact me at Spyderblade@yahoo.com, and I will be happy to provide any support and help you need as a fellow diabetic.

Q: diabetes symptoms?
what r the signs and symptoms of gestational diabetes? I have read everywhere and everything sounds just like symptoms of pregnancy *frequent urination and thirsty* anything that gives a big clue u may have diabetes during pregnancy?

A: Yes there is, Have your blood sugar level tested, your doctor, or clinic can do it in 20 seconds, just a prick on your finger or forearm, you must find out, because diabetes does severe damage to your body, and uncontrolled evuntally death.

Q: What are the biggest symptoms of diabetes?
It runs in my family, and I’ve already inherited anemia from my grandma, and hypothyroidism, so I’m pretty much waiting on the diabetes. Symptoms I should watch out for?

A: increased urination, increased liquid intake and thirst, irreducible fatigue, rapid or gradual (but still realy noticable) despite the fact that diabetes will make you have a bigger appetite

if you don’t wear glasses – blurred vision is a sign. but if you wear glasses – increasingly blurry vision or worse vision is a big sign (gradually worsening vision is a sign of type 2)

all of this is for type 1 diabetes

Q: I have some of the symptoms of diabetes?
I’m 12 years old (Grade 7) and I’ve been experiencing some of the diabetes symptoms. But than again, it might be because I’m growing.

Blurry vision
Extreme hunger
Increased fatigue
Itchy skin, yeast infections
Leg Pain (Rarely though)

These are most of the symptoms. Should I go visit a doctor anyways?

A: According to my doctor, the three main symptoms of diabetes are:

pee a lot
drink a lot
losing a lot of weight

You don’t mention any of those, but it might be a good idea to get a complete physical just to set your mind at ease.

Q: what are the main symptoms of diabetes and rheumatoid arthritis?
Both diseases run on my moms side of the family and,so far I have a few of those symptoms(according to my mom)

but,I don’t know much.Like I have cuts and bruises,that never go away.Thats one thing.(I have to get a ganglion removed dec 5)although,my feet are also effected.

So,symptoms of diabetes?
symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis?(19 yrs old)

A: There are basically two types of gene mutations in respect to disease. One type of mutation causes a disease. For example, the mutant gene may cause achrondroplasia (a form of dwarfism) or it may cause hemophilia or cystic fibrosis or sickle cell disease. The existence of genes that cause diseases has long been recognized.

The other type of gene mutation does not directly cause a disease but rather predisposes to it. These genes make a person susceptible to developing a disease. These susceptibility genes often involve common chronic diseases such as diabetes and rheumatoid arthritis.

An important finding has just been made about the genetic susceptibility to rheumatoid arthritis and autoimmunity. We will outline the finding.

Background: Rheumatoid arthritis is the most common systemic autoimmune disease. It affects 1% of all adults in the world. The disease is characterized by immune-mediated destruction of the joint architecture. It is 2 to 3 times more common in women than men. The heritability of rheumatoid arthritis is 60%, reflecting a strong genetic component in the disease.

Design of Research: To identify genes involved in the susceptibility to rheumatoid arthritis, a “discovery study” was done testing for 87 variations called SNPs (single-nucleotide polymorphisms) in candidate genes and regions. The discovery study involved 475 individuals with rheumatoid arthritis and 475 individually matched controls.

Result: One of the SNPs was found to be associated with rheumatoid arthritis. It was a “missense” SNP in a gene encoding a protein tyrosine phosphorylase. This risk SNP was present in 28% of those with rheumatoid arthritis and 17% of the controls

Comment: A variant of this same SNP encoding the same phosphorylase enzyme was recently found associated with type 1 diabetes, another autoimmune disease. It is beginning to look as if this variant phosphatase may increase the overall reactivity of the immune system and may raise the risk for autoimmune disease.

Q: What are the symptoms of type 2 diabetes and how long could you have it before you realized?
I have read that in type 2 diabetes, the symptoms can be virtually non-existent, so how can you tell?

A: 3 words – Polyphagia, polydipsia, and polyuria. They mean to eat a lot, drink a lot, and pee a lot. Those are questions we are taught to ask patients to screen for diabetes. Other things DM II can do is cause nerve damage, kidney damage, and eye damage. It raises blood pressure and can increase your risk of heart attacks. Bad thing all around. To diagnose it see your doctor and get a fasting blood glucose level.

Q: Are the symptoms of diabetes the symptoms of high blood sugar?
What I mean is, do you ONLY have the symptoms of diabetes (peeing often, drinking often etc.) if you have high blood sugar?

A: Yes.
Those symptoms only occur during high blood sugar.
However, low blood sugar comes with other symptoms: shaking, mood swings (personally, i have to fight back tears xD), nervousness, extreme fatigue, desperate hunger, fogginess, dizziness, sweating. Those are my symptoms but other people experience other things.

Low blood sugar is MUCH more noticeable than High Blood sugar, you only usually have high blood sugar symptoms when you’re above 300.

Q: How long does it take for symptoms(diabetes) to show up?
Like say you’re thirsty as one of the first symptoms, how long until you get another?
and if the only diabetic symptom I have is being thirsty and peeing all the time I probably have pre diabetes right?
I know I should see my doctor, I’m getting the whole test done in a few weeks

A: If you are concerned about diabetes, then you need to talk to your doctor. That being said, diabetes is a disease that is diagnosed with blood work and laboratory values not just from symptoms. Many people with diabetes have absolutely no symptoms at all and would never have any reason to suspect that anything was wrong unless their doctor happened to discover abnormalities on routine blood work.

A brief explanation of diabetes follows with some on prediabetes:

Type 1 diabetes tends to occur in young people, generally starting at childhood but some people develop it even into their 30’s (I worked with a guy who got it this late). In this condition it is thought that a person’s immune system attacks the cells in their pancreas that make insulin, so they stop producing insulin. Once this happens, a person can have all kinds of symptoms, including thirst, frequent urination, constant hunger, and weight loss. Some people will also feel awful and may become delirious having no idea where they are or what is going on around them. There is not really such a thing as prediabetes with Type 1 diabetes.

Type 2 diabetes tends to happen in older people and is the result of insulin resistance coupled with a failure of the pancreas to produce enough insulin to overcome the resistance. What is sometimes referred to as prediabetes is when the body simply has insulin resistance, but still produces enough insulin to overcome this. When the pancreas fails to produce the necessary amount of insulin, then the person becomes a type 2 diabetic. How is insulin resistance diagnosed? With lab values from samples of blood. The progression of type 2 diabetes is judged by the dose of insulin needed to maintain a low enough blood sugar and by the complications of diabetes present.

Complications of diabetes that doctors look at to monitor disease progression are not thirst and frequency of urination. Thirst, frequency of urination, and hunger (also called polydipsia, polyuria, and polyphagia or the 3 P’s), are acute symptoms caused by high blood sugar and failure to become satiated. Giving insulin and correcting blood sugar will quickly correct these symptoms. To monitor disease progression, doctors look at chronic problems from diabetes, which tend not to get better once present even with insulin and improved blood sugar control.

Some examples are damage to blood vessels (which can require amputation in extreme cases), damage to nerves (leading to numbness in the feet and hands), eye damage, kidney damage, and some other problems. Unfortunately, it is difficult to say how soon this type of damage will occur after the development of diabetes, but it frequently takes years. Chronic good blood sugar control tends to delay the onset of these symptoms in general. However, some people are lucky and have no symptoms despite poor blood sugar control, while other people with very good blood sugar control develop symptoms quickly.

There are also some other types of diabetes that can relate to pregnancy or to non-immune pancreas damage.

To sum things up, a concern about diabetes is a reason to see a doctor, who can do what it takes to make a diagnosis or rule diabetes out. The symptoms can present in many different ways, and may not be present at all. If a person has 2 symptoms suggestive of diabetes, there is no telling how long until they will develop another or if they will.

Q: Do diabetes symptoms get worse until treated or can you have better days?
Can you have better days where the extreme thirst and urination is not so bad or will these symptoms just get worse until you get treatment?
No I’m not overweight. I have had extreme thirst and urination for 2 weeks and am slightly worried that it could be diabetes. I’m not so bad today so I’m thinking maybe it cant be.

A: You should get checked out by your doctor right away. I am a Type 1 diabetic and these were my symptoms. Although the symptoms are familiar to both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetics.
It’s always best to have a health check. A simple blood test and urine test will soon point to the problem and then medication will be given if necessary. There again there may be another explanation for your symptoms
By the way Type 1 diabetes has nothing to do with obesity or being overweight. It is thought to be caused by a virus attacking the immune system.

Q: When do u get Gestational Diabetes symptoms?
When do u get Gestational Diabetes symptoms?

A: Some women don’t have symptoms, which is why practitioners give routine screening. If you are feeling anything unusual that you think might me attributed to GD, call your doctor or midwife. They will probably order a blood test, regardless of how far along you are.

Best wishes for good health!

Q: Symptoms of Diabetes and How do they test for it?
I have a horrid diet and diabetes is very prevalent in my family, I think I may have it. How do they test for diabetes and what are the symptoms?

A: There are several ways to test:

1) A simple urine test will give an indication for howhigh your blood sugar is.

2) They can do a resting blood sugar test to see how high your sugar is.

3) They can do a Hemoglobin A1C to see on average, how high your sugar has been.

Symptoms of diabetes include: Weight loss, irritability, sudden poor eyesight, insatiable thirst, leg cramps when you lay down, horrid pain in your kidneys, increased urination

Q: What are the most basic symptoms of diabetes?
I’ve always had lots of sugar, and don’t seem to have symptoms of diabetes. How can I know if I have it?
Also, how do you know if you have bad blood? I ask because I’ve always ate unhealthy food, for like 10 years.

A: -frequent urination
-infections, cuts slow to heal (type2)
-frequent thirst
-frequent hunger
-fatigue
-bruise-like rash on your neck(mostly type 2)
-Breath that has a corn like odor to it
-Urine that has a strong odor
-blurred vision
-unexplained weight loss

Type 1 symptoms usually show up suddenly, while type 2 symptoms progressively get worse over time.

Q: What is the cause and symptoms of diabetes?What isthe best way to prevent and treat it?
What is the cause and symptoms of diabetes?What isthe best way to prevent and treat it?

A: Bad diet and lack of exersise, good diet and exersise.

Q: If blood sugar levels are in normal range,can you still have diabetes symptoms?
Ive been checking on my blood sugar levels because i have a history in my family and because im over weight,i also have been getting these weird symptoms like; fatigue,shaky hands,some mood swings,and my eyes be feeling weird but not blurry nor out of focus they feel like they want to sink in,but i have been checking my sugar for the past week and its always in normal range,can someone give me good advise?

A: Normal range blood sugar will vary throughout the day based on what you have eaten, how much physical activity you have gotten and how long it has been since you have eaten. On an empty stomach, blood sugar levels should be between 70 and 100mg/dL for a non-diabetic. However, you still not considered a diabetic until blood sugar levels following an overnight fasting are above 126mg/dL.

Let’s say that your blood sugar level on an empty stomach or after an overnight fast is around 115mg/dL. You may assume that you have diabetes – since it is above the high range or “normal” – but you do not. Rather you have what called pre-diabetes or IFG (impaired fasting glucose) and sometimes known as IGT (impaired glucose tolerance).

http://ezinearticles.com/?Are-Normal-Range-Blood-Sugar-Levels-the-Same-For-Everyone?&id=2070331

Q: Is it possible diabetes type 1 to became diabetes type 2?
I was wondering is it possible with some medicine or just of it’s one person who has type 1 to cure that or to turn into type 2 diabetes

A: No. If you are type 1, you will always be type 1. Same way with type 2. If you are type 2, you will always be type 2, although, you can become insulin dependent. This is what has happened to me, but I am still type 2.

Q: The effects of diabetes type 2 that worry me?
I know that all of them worry me – but I want to know if this is true.
DIABETES TYPE 2
Are these true?
1. Diabetes makes you run slower!?
2. Diabetes makes you dumber all the time!?
3. Diabetes makes you less fit???
4. Diabetes makes you die really early!?

A: Your question is not only very ignorant, it is rude, insensative, and insulting to all diabetics.

The answer to all your questions is NO!

Now instead of your repetitive postings of more ignorant insulting questions educate yourself.

Read all you can read on diabetes online.

Read more about diabetes and sleep apnea at Wikipedia at:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diabetes
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sleep_apnea

There have been studies linking sleep apnea and diabetes.

With untreated sleep apnea a person does not get the good sleep that everyone needs. You would not believe the number of people with undiagnosed sleep apnea.

A lot of people that have the symptoms of sleep apnea and are usually unaware.

Read more from the American Diabetes Association at:

http://www.diabetes.org

Also see the Diabetes Dictionary at:

http://www.diabetes.org/diabetesdictionary.jsp?WTLPromo=FOOTER_dictionary&vms=279113356648

Use Yahoo search and/or google to find more, instead of posting more ignorant, insulting questions on the same subject!

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Q: Hi. i want to ask if its possible for a diabetes type 2 person to have low blood sugar sometimes?
doctors diagnosis my mom as diabetes type 2. sometimes she gets low blood sugar, where she feels weak and dizzy. is that possible?

A: Absolutely. Is your mom on medication for her diabetes? Some of the meds for type 2 diabetes can cause hypoglycemia – ie. low blood sugars. In particular, Glipizide and glyburide can cause hypoglycemia. The drug metformin (brand name Glucophage) cannot.

Symptoms of hypoglycemia include dizziness, lightheadedness, sweating, shaking, feelings of hunger, changes in vision, loss of consciousness. It can be very dangerous, so when she has these symptoms it is important for her to check her blood sugar immediately. If it is low (less than, say, 70 or so) then she should drink some orange juice, eat some crackers with peanut butter, suck on a piece of candy, etc.

If she isn’t on medicines, and she is still having low blood sugars, she should talk to her doctor. It is possible that she has something more complicated that just type 2 diabetes going on.

Q: I was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes 2 year’s ago and I am 28 now, is it possible?
I was abt 75-80 kg when I was diagnosed with diabetes type 2 before approximately 2 years. I have also had protein secretion in my urine detected recently. Is it possible that the kidney starts deteriorating so early? I have a family history of both diabetes and kidney disorder. Is it possible that if I loose some weight things will be back to normal? please help. what should I be doing or not doing in order to get things back to normal ?

A: I am also a 28 year old type 2 diabetic. I was diagnosed in 2005. I was told that if I lost weight then I may need just pills for the forseeable future. well…..I lost 100 pounds and guess what? My sugar was high for a month or so in January of this year. I wasn’t doing anything diffrent but it was always high. I went to the hospital after taking it and my meter just said HI which means it was over 500.

I was dehydrated and really sick. I had keytones in my urine (same as protien in your urine) I’ve been on insulin since then. The keytones in the urine can be treated without damaging your kidneys permanetely. I would go see my doctor as soon as possible.

BTW- If you want to check the keytones in your urine yourself then all you have to do is go to Wal-Mart where they sell the Diabetic Meters and they sell the strips you pee on and it tells you how much Keytones are in your urine.

Q: If I have Diabetes type 2, would a private insurance cover me?
At this point I have major insurance by the county but it only last 6 months. I was diagnosed with Diabetes while on this insurance. To my knowledge, insurances companies have to cover you if you have previous insurance???? How would the preexisting condition affect this?

P.S. I am taking medication for the Diabetes 2.

Thanks,

H.C.
Any idea how much insurance cost for individual.

Other than the Diabetes, I am healthy.

I do weight 254 but I am 6 4 with muscle.

A: Your new insurance carrier cannot consider the diabetes a pre-existing condition as long as you don’t have more than a 63 day break in coverage between the 2 plans.

In other words, if your insurance through the county ends on August 31, your new insurance plan will have to become effective within 63 days. If it does, your diabetes (and any other medical conditions) cannot be considered pre-existing. However, if you go 64 or more days before the new plans becomes effective, all bets are off. You’ll be subject to whatever pre-existing condition limits the new plan has.

Q: Can you use an omnipod if you have diabetes type 2?
I’m a 14 year old girl, I have diabetes type two and I’m wondering if I could use an omnipod, would it make my life easier?

A: You would have to be insulin dependent and it is harder to get insurance to cover a pump if you are type 2, especially type 2 the pancreas is usually producing some insulin. Although it makes somethings easier, there is still a lot of work with it. You have to be checking your sugar a least 5xs a day before they will let you do insulin therapy too.

Q: What’s the difference between hypoglycemia and diabetes type 2?
I’ve had one doctor tell me that I’m hypoglycemic. Another doctor told me to be careful because my blood-sugar test came back in the pre-diabetic (type 2) range. Are these two really the same or are they two different conditions? I’m so confused! (

A: diabetes and hypoglycaemia are different conditions.

Diabetes: body does not produce enough insulin, or the body does not use the insulin effectively (insulin-resistance).

Hypoglycaemia: body either has too much insulin making blood sugar drop, or body uses the insulin too effectively

There is some theories around that people who get type II diabetes start off with the pancreas over-producing insulin. Either as a pancreas-fault or due to insulin resistance. The pancreas then may “burn-out” and can no longer produce enough insulin to deal with food correctly. …at which point you get sick enough to go to the doctor and get diagnosed with diabetes.

They have not yet proved this theory (as far as I know).

If your blood sugar was high (pre-diabetic range) for one doc, and low (hypoglycaemic) for another doc, then this suggests you are not processing sugar properly. You could be reactive hypoglycaemic. This means you have enough insulin, but you produce it at the wrong time (bit like a faulty thermostat on a heating system). Ask for a prolonged glucose tolerance test to get a better picture of how your body is reacting to sugar.

Q: Why would a 13 year old have diabetes type 2….?
I’m 13 and my test results are looking possibly diabetic or possibly pre-diabetic (i have to do more tests) but i don’t understand why i would have diabetes type 2. I’m not overweight, i exercise, none of my immediate relatives have diabetes that we know of… the only thing i could think of would be that i recently started eating more unhealthily but only in the last few months. Could anybody shed some light as to why i would have diabetes 2 at a young age? Thanks.

A: Diabetes does not respect age or race. Anyone can become diagosed with it, be it type 1 (also known as juvenile-onset, or insulin-dependent diabetes) or type 2 ———————————————

Q: can i get disability allowance if i work and have diabetes type 1 or 2 and sickell cell anemia?
I work and earn around 289 a week,my wife is out of work can i get disability allowance?.i have diabetes and sickell cell?

A: Disability allowance is based on an assessment of the degree of your disability,rather than the cause.

Q: What are some causes of Diabetes Type 2?
Does eating too much sugar cause Diabetes Type 2?
Thanks people. ;]

A: The human body developed on this planet over the past 2 million years. During all but the last 8,000 of those years (and 8,000 years when you are talking of an evolutionary time frame is but the blink of an eye), the human body evolved eating meat, fat and high fiber vegetables, with some roots and tubers.
Eight thousand years ago the “agricultural revolution” took place, with man learning how to domesticate grain. Virtually overnight, man became dependant upon carbohydrates as the main source of food. Archeologists point to that exact time period that the average height of man drops by two inches and all of the degenerative diseases we have today became prevalent in the society of that time.

With today’s accepted high carbohydrate diet it is projected that by the year 2025 there will be over 300 million diabetics planet wide. It is just not the diet our bodies evolved with.

Carbohydrates are simply long chains of sugar molecules hooked end-to-end. When a person eats carbohydrates their normal digestive process breaks up these chains into the individual sugar molecules, and they pass right through the intestinal wall into the bloodstream, and load up the bloodstream with sugar.

If this happened every once in a while it would not be a problem. But as diets today are so high in carbohydrates, people have a constant high level of sugar pouring into their bloodstream year after year!

This requires their body to continuously produce high levels of insulin to keep that sugar level down. (Insulin’s job is to push sugar out of the bloodstream into the cells where it is used for energy.)

Eventually the cells in their body becomes insensitive to the effects of the insulin (insulin resistance). To handle this problem of insulin resistance their body begins to produce even higher levels of insulin. This continues until their pancreas reaches the maximum amount of insulin it can produce, and when the insulin resistance increases again, their blood sugar begins to rise out of control.

The result is type 2 diabetes! Type 2 diabetes is actually an extreme case of insulin resistance.

Q: what is the diference between diabetes type 1&2 and is it genetic?
wanted to know a littl more information about diabetes type 1 and 2 and also if it’s genetic?

please let me know

A: The jury is still out on this even in the medical world Both types are thought to have a genetic link and type 1 may also have an auto immune link as well.

Type 1 is normally found in younger people and it is when the body stops producing the insulin the body needs the only treatment for this is Insulin injections. Insulin can not be taken by mouth as it is destroyed by the stomach acids.

Type 2 is normally found in older people and is often when the pancreas produces insulin but the body has developed a resistance to the insulin so the blood glucose levels rise. This type may be treated by Diet, exercise, oral medications, insulin or a mixture of any or all the above
It is a popular misconception that type 2 is caused by poor diet and lack of exercise, these are contributing factors but not causes otherwise thin people would never get diabetes and fat people always would. Diabetes CAN NOT be cured it can be controlled only.
There are other types of diabetes such as gestational diabetes and diabetes insipidus but type 1 and 2 are whaqt most people mean when they talk about diabetes
Hope this helps email me if I can help any more.

Q: How does a doctor differentiate between type 1 diabetes and type 2…?
Also, are fasting blood sugar levels an accurate diagnostic test because i heard people with diabetes type 1 can have normal blood sugar levels from fasting but not after eating… is that true?
I know type 1 makes no insulin and type 2 makes little insulin but how does a doctor know? Are blood sugar levels higher in type 1 then in type 2? Is there a blood test to determine it?

A: the only real way a doctor can tell the difference, is if he runs a blood test to see if there are any ANTIBODIES present. If there are antibodies then you are type 1 diabetic because that means your immune system is killing your insulin producing cells with the antibodies. Type 2 diabetics do not have any anti-bodies which means they still produce insulin. OH and a person can have normal fasting blood sugars if that person already had insulin in him (like if he is a type 1 diabetic and still has long-acting insulin in him from the night before).

Q: Do You Have To Be Overweight To Get Diabetes Type 2?
Also, what happens if you ignore Diabetes 1 or 2? Thanks.

A: You don’t HAVE to be overweight to get diabetes, but obesity and lack of physical activity are two of the most common causes. Diabetes is hereditary, so you can get it from your parents or grandparents.

I can tell you what will happen if you ignore diabetes, because I did. I was always thirsty, like insanly thirsty. It was nothing for me to go through 2 large jugs of water a day. You’ll start feeling more and more lathargic as your blood sugar rises, and eventually you’ll end up with Pancreatitis, which is when your pancreas shuts down and stops creating insulin. When this happens you can’t keep any food or water down, you start throwing up everything you take in, you feel week, and if you’re unlucky enough for your blood sugar to creep over 400, you can possibly go into a coma.

It’s not fun, trust me. If you think you may have it, get tested. I put it off and I spent a week in the hospital getting fed through an IV. When I went in, my blood sugar was 340, and I felt really, really bad.

Q: what are the differences between diabetes type 1 and type 2?
i read about it online and they both seem pretty much the same, but the theres got to be a difference.
i also want to know if they are treated the same, that is with the same type of medication?

A: type 1: pancreas is dead

type 2: pancreas is trying to work, but is overwhelmed , or doesn’t do it’s job well enough

Q: what if a type 1 diabetes stayed 2 days without eating?
i’m saying IF , what if someone who got diabetes type 1 stayed without eating anything , only drinking water
and if he is not taking his shots too
what’s gonna happen to him because of not eating ?

A: If he’s not eating, he’ll become hypoglycemic quickly. A sugar of less than 65 is risky for a coma, and death is around the corner.

He’s also at risk for diabetic ketoacidosis, which many people only equate with too MUCH (untreated) sugar. But a starving body and an absence of insulin is a recipe for DKA: Basically, when the body thinks it’s starving, it tries to help. It breaks down organs to stay alive. If yo’ure not eating, not making (or taking) insulin, vomiting or diarrhea, your body thinks it’s starving. It takes intense insulin therapy and an inpatient hospital stay to reverse DKA. Two days of not eating or taking insulin is dangerous for anybody, but more so for a person that doesn’t make their own insulin.

Anyone can develop ketoacidosis, not just diabetics. Anorexia or a really bad flu are examples of a non-diabetic at risk for ketoacidosis. It yields feelings of nausea, unexplainable sleepiness, labored breathing and projectile vomiting. A urine or blood test confirms ketoacidosis. A coma follows (if untreated), and death is imminent.

Q: What is the difference between Type I and Type II Diabetes?
My grandmother was recently diagnosed Type II diabetes.
I don’t understand the difference, could someone dumb it down for me? The doctor didn’t really answer our questions thoroughly.

A: Type 1 is an auto immune disease. Basically, for some unknown reason, your body decides that your pancreas is evil and kills it. Completely and utterly dead.
Type 1’s are on insulin injections, or a pump, for the rest of our lives, bnecause we make absolutely no insulin of our own.

Type 2 can be managed with diet, exercise, medications or insulin.
Type 2’s, for a lot of reasons, cant make, or use, enough insulin.
Maybe their pancreas isn’t making enough, or they might not be able to use the stuff they do make.

Type 2’s can be on insulin as well. Being on insulin doesn’t make you a Type 1.

Your grandmother might be put on drugs to make her pancreas work better, or to help her use the insulin she does make.
Either way, eating less carbs, loosing weight etc are all ways to help her need less insulin.

Q: To prevent Type II diabetes, is it more important to avoid sugar and carbs, or to avoid fat?
I understand that it is important to avoid both sugar/carbs and fat, to prevent insulin resistance (which then leads to Type II diabetes,) but which is more important?

A: What will make the most difference in preventing you from becoming full-blown diabetic is to lose weight. If you are obese, do what you need to do to get down into the overweight category. If you are overweight, do what you need to do to get into the normal category. That’s not to say there aren’t healthy-weight people that still have insulin resistance, but that helps most people.

As for food intake, fat doesn’t affect your blood glucose because it has no carb. Carbs impact your blood glucose and need to be moderated. Doesn’t matter if it’s sugar, fruit, potatoes, bread, or milk – carbs are carbs. Keeping your carb intake at less than 30-35g per meal will not overload your body, and the insulin you produce should be able to metabolize that. Focus on lean meats and veggies as the bulk of your food. 30 minutes of exercise daily also makes a big difference, even if you divide it into two 15-minute brisk walks, because that increase in your metabolism continues throughout the day.

Q: Cure for Diabetes Type II drinking green juices?
I am told that drinking juices of green leafy vegetables for 30 days can actually cure type II diabetes. Has anyone tried and proved this treatment?
The ‘Queen has Spoken” is NOT answering my question. I really want to know if anyone has tried out this treatment or not.

A: One all natural thing you can do to control your sugar is take Cinnamon supplements. You need to make sure that it’s NOT Cassia Cinnamon, but Ceylon Cinnamon (true Cinnamon). It is a little harder to find in the United States than Cassia Cinnamon is, but well worth it if you can find some. NOW vitamins puts out an an authentic Ceylon Cinnamon supplement. You will be amazed at something so natural and good for you will control your sugar. Many people with Type II Diabetes and blood sugar problems swear by it.

I’ve read that Neem supplements are also highly effective.

Q: What are the typical symptoms of type II diabetes?
What are the typical symptoms of type II diabetes and how is it diagnosed?

A: Symtoms of type 2

Diabetes Type 2:

* Increased fatigue : Due to inefficiency of cell to metabolise glucose, reserve fat of body is metabolised to gain energy. When fat is broken down in the body, it uses more energy as compared to glucose, hence body goes in negative calorie effect, which results in fatigue.
* Polydipsia : As the concentration of glucose increases in the blood, brain receives signal for diluting it and in its counteraction we feel thirsty.
* Polyuria: Increase in urine production is the result seen when excess of glucose is present in body. Body tries to get rid of the extra sugar in the blood by excreting it through the urine. This can also lead to dehydration because excreting the sugar which carries a large amount of water out of the body along with it.
* Polyphegia : The hormone insulin is also responsible for stimulating hunger. In order to cope up with high sugar levels in blood, body produces insulin which leads to increased hunger.
* Weight flactuation : Factors like loss of water (polyuria), glucosuria , metabolism of body fat and protein may lead to loss of weight. Few cases may show weight gain due to increased appetite.
* Blurry vision : Hyperosmolar hyperglycemia nonketotic syndrome is the condition when body fluid is pulled out of tissues including lenses of eye, which affects the ability of lenses to focus resulting in blurry vision.
* Irritability : It is one of the sign of high blood sugar because of the inefficient supply of glucose to brain and other body organs, which makes us feel tired and uneasy.
* Infections : Certain signals from the body is given whenever there is fluctuation of blood sugar (due to suppression of immune system) by frequent infections of fungal or bacterial like skin infection or UTI (urinary tract infection).
* Poor wound healing : High blood sugar resists the flourishing of WBC, (white blood cell) which are responsible for body immune system. When these cells do not function accordingly, wound healing is not at good pace. Secondly, long standing diabetes leads to thickening of blood vessels which may affect proper circulation of blood in different body parts.

Type 2 diabetes is diagnosed with the following blood tests:

Fasting blood glucose level — diabetes is diagnosed if higher than 126 mg/dL on two occasions.
Oral glucose tolerance test — diabetes is diagnosed if glucose level is higher than 200 mg/dL after 2 hours.
Random (non-fasting) blood glucose level — diabetes is suspected if higher than 200 mg/dL and accompanied by the classic symptoms of increased thirst, urination, and fatigue (this test must be confirmed with a fasting blood glucose test).
You should see your health care provider every 3 months. At these visits, you can expect your health care provider to::

Check your blood pressure
Check the skin and bones on your feet and legs
Check the sensation on your feet
Exam the back part of the eye with a special lighted instrument called an ophthalmoscope
The following tests will help you and your doctor monitor your diabetes and prevent complications:

Have your blood pressure checked at least every year (blood pressure goals should be 130/80 mm/Hg or lower).
Have your glycosulated hemoglobin (HbA1c) checked every 6 months if your diabetes is well controlled; otherwise every 3 months.
Have your cholesterol and triglyceride levels checked yearly (aim for LDL levels below 100 mg/dL).
Get yearly tests to make sure your kidneys are working well (microalbuminuria and serum creatinine).
Visit your ophthalmologist) at least once a year, or more often if you have signs of diabetic retinopathy.
See the dentist every 6 months for a thorough dental cleaning and exam. Make sure your dentist and hygienist know that you have diabetes.
Kitty

Q: Is type II diabetes reversable if your not massively over weight?
Is type II diabetes reversable if your not massively over weight (like over weight like 5 or 10 pounds over?

I thought it was my understanding that all types of diabetes are reversable, but a friend of mine who was recently diagnosed said her type II is not because she isn’t massively over weight.

I would like to know who is correct and is it reversable?

A: According to my diabetics instructor in pharmacy school, type 2 diabetes actually is reversible in some patients. Non-esterified fatty acids (NEFAs–what you get when you’re overweight) promote insulin resistance, which is what actually causes the glucose intolerance that is seen in type 2 diabetics.

Diet and exercise alone can result in weight loss which will in turn decrease insulin resistance as well as possibly effect a 0.25-2.9% decrease in A1C (average plasma glucose levels over a 2-4 month time span). This instructor (who is a pharmacist) has even said in class that he has known some patients that were able to stop taking their diabetic medications (and still have normal blood glucose levels) just by diet/exercising and losing weight.

Type 1 diabetes unfortunately cannot be reversed. Islet cell transplantation is an option, unfortunately then you most likely have to deal with immunosuppressant meds, which is just as bad (if not worse) than insulin. Although there has been a report of an islet cell transplant patient not taking immunosuppressant meds and not having complications/rejection issues because of that. So, this therapy may be more popular if no immunosuppression is needed.

Q: Which of the following statements about type II diabetes is false?
Which of the following statements about type II diabetes is false?

Type II diabetes can be managed by monitoring blood glucose levels.
Type II diabetes can be managed with drugs that increase cellular responsiveness to insulin.
Type II diabetes can be managed by prescribed diets
Type II diabetes can be managed by insulin injections.

A: Type II diabetes can be managed by monitoring glucose levels – yes, monitoring helps management.
Type II diabetes can be managed with drugs that increase cellular responsiveness to insulin – some of the oral meds used perform that function.
Type II diabetes can be managed by prescribed diets – diet is an important part of diabetes management.
Type II diabetes can be managed by insulin injections – Many type II diabetics use insulin injections to help manage their disease. Here’s some more information on that:
Insulin
Iantidiabetic drugs fail (i.e., the clinical benefit stops), insulin therapy may be necessary – usually in addition to oral medication therapy – to maintain normal or near normal glucose levels.[49][50]

Typical total daily dosage of insulin is 0.6 U/kg.[51] But, of course, best timing and indeed total amounts depend on diet (composition, amount, and timing) as well the degree of insulin resistance. More complicated estimations to guide initial dosage of insulin are:[52]

For men, [(fasting plasma glucose [mmol/liter]–5)x2] x (weight [kg]÷(14.3xheight [m])–height [m])
For women, [(fasting plasma glucose [mmol/liter]–5)x2] x (weight [kg]÷(13.2xheight [m])–height [m])
The initial insulin regimen are often chosen based on the patient’s blood glucose profile.[53] Initially, adding nightly insulin to patients failing oral medications may be best.[54] Nightly insulin combines better with metformin than with sulfonylureas.[51] The initial dose of nightly insulin (measured in IU/d) should be equal to the fasting blood glucose level (measured in mmol/L). If the fasting glucose is reported in mg/dl, multiply by 0.05551 to convert to mmol/L.[55]

When nightly insulin is insufficient, choices include:

Premixed insulin with a fixed ratio of short and intermediate acting insulin; this tends to be more effective than long acting insulin, but is associated with increased hypoglycemia.[56][57].[58] Initial total daily dosage of biphasic insulin can be 10 units if the fasting plasma glucose values are less than 180 mg/dl or 12 units when the fasting plasma glucose is above 180 mg/dl”.[57] A guide to titrating fixed ratio insulin is available.[53]
Long acting insulins such as insulin glargine and insulin detemir. A meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials by the Cochrane Collaboration found “only a minor clinical benefit of treatment with long-acting insulin analogues for patients with diabetes mellitus type 2″.[59] More recently, a randomized controlled trial found that although long acting insulins were less effective, they were associated with reduced hypoglycemic episodes.[56]
Insulin Pump therapy in Type 2 diabetes is gradually becoming popular.In an original published study, in addition to reduction of blood sugars, there is evidence of profound benefits in resistant neuropathic pain and also improvements in sexual performance

so really, none of the statements are false

Q: Is it possible to have Polycyctic Ovarian Syndrome and Type II Diabetes and have no problems getting pregnant?
I have PCOS and Type II Diabetes, and I’ve done some research online about the ability to conceive. But, none of the sites really tell me if it’s possible to get pregnant from one try. See my boyfriend and I had unprotected sex, and let’s just say he “forgot to pull out”. Has anyone like me ever gotten pregnant like that? Anyone with information PLEASE let me know! Thanks!

A: It is very much possible – women with PCOS / Type II get pregnant all the time (not even knowing they have PCOS and without any fertility meds).

PCOS “may” mean fertility could be reduced. It doesn’t mean that you are infertile. Women with PCOS do ovulate, just not as frequently / regularly.

if you were ovulating, one try (and one lucky sperm) is all you need, so it is possible.

Q: Can you be discharged from air force reserves if you have type II diabetes?
Have served for 20 years in Air Force reserves. I have type II diabetes. It is controlled through medication daily. Will I be discharged?

A: Maybe; if your job requires you to be on flying status another factor is if it requires world-wide-duty eligibility. E-mail me and I can give you a couple of other factors that might have an impact on this.

Q: How dangerous is drinking and type II diabetes?
My husband is a heavy drinker and was just diagnosed with type II diabetes. How dangerous is this? He is on Metformin currently, by the way.

I know he is choosing to do something very harmful to his body and I wish he would wise up…but I’d like to know the risks of this.

Thank you in advance.

A: Alcohol with diabetes is tricky. The alcohol can cause serious blood sugar lows if he does not eat adequately and limit his intake of alcohol. And the alcohol itself has 7 calories a gram, so some drinks are very high in calories, resulting in weight gain, which aggravates insulin resistance in Type II. That said, you are not the diabetes police. He is probably in denial to some extent. A diagnosis of diabetes in a previously healthy, or at least relatively healthy individual feels like a huge betrayal by your body. For your part, be supportive. Feed him according to his meal plan. Learn non-food, non alcohol rewards for celebrations, goals achieved, etc. Talk to a certified diabetic educator and/or a dietitian for a meal plan that allows for his lifestyle, likes, dislikes, and caloric needs. Exercise with him-even a walk after dinner is great. I recommend the Dlife.com website for recipes, information on current research and an online open forum for questions. Good Luck to both of you.

Q: what is the connection between type II diabetes and overheating?
Id like to know what the connection is between type II diabetes and someone overheating. Ive looked all over the internet and all i find is info on diabetic neuropathy. Is there somewhere that explains scientifically/biologically what process goes on and how this happens? i’d really like to know !! if anyone has a website or SOMETHING i can be directed to….

A: Generally speaking, people with type II diabetes (esp when uncontrolled) have an increased blood glucose level. This not only causes water in the individual to be drawn out of their tissues, but it also causes an increase in water loss through increased urine production. Because water is the key to thermoregulation, when water is lost, so is our ability to manage our own temperature. This dehydration, probably along with a decrease in efficient circulation, is what causes overheating in many people with diabetes.

Q: Can I get back into the Navy after being diagnosed with Type II diabetes?
I was in the Navy for 15 years. I got out and have spent the last few years working in the civilian world. I’d liked to go back into the Navy and finish my 20 years.

My problem is that I was diagnosed with Type II diabetes about 2 years ago.

Can I still get back in or is it a deal breaker?

A: I believe it’s a deal breaker, unfortunately. If you were enlisted while you were diagnosed, they might have just switched you to a desk job, but still lots of people get discharged for it. It’s worth asking about, but last I heard they still turn people away for both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes.

Q: Could somebody tell me where to find statistics on obesity and type II diabetes?
I am curious about the health risk of obesity and I wonder if anybody could point me in the general direction of stats that specifically monitor coronary heart disease in obese individuals without a family history. Secondly I am also interested in the number of individuals suffering severe health consequences as a result of Diabetes Type II (by serious I mean : amputations, strokes, blindness). PLEASE NOTHING ANECDOTAL

A: I would start by looking at these sites:

http://nhlbi.nih.gov

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/obesity/DS00314

http://www.diabetes.org/about-diabetes.jsp

http://www.framingham.com/heart/

Q: What’s the chance I will have type II diabetes?
I don’t eat a lot of junk. I am not over weight.

However,
My grandmother and her youngest brother both have type II diabetes out of the 8 children in her family. My mom and my aunt both don’t have diabetes.

No one on my father’s side has diabetes that I know of.

A: Well right now you have somewhat of a risk factor, not too much. If one of your parents would have diabetes, your risk factor would be much higher. What you eat does not cause diabetes, and being overweight does not cause diabetes. When the pancreas is not functioning right…that causes diabetes. Many different things cause cause it to malfunction, including certain blood pressure meds, some arthritis drugs, steroid drugs, cancer drugs, just to mention a few. Also being exposed to certain toxic chemicals can lead to development of diabetes, as can a blunt force injury to the pancreas.
Don’t let the thought of getting diabetes worry you. But if you ever develop any of the symptoms, get checked right away.

Q: can type II diabetes be cured, or do you have it forever?
After diagnosis, hubby went on a diet and lost weight, felt better; now 3 yrs later is getting heavy again without eating much at all-does he still have type II diabetes, and what can he do? He is on a very minimal 3-meal diet, no snacking at night. However does still smoke and a few beers on weekends. How can he lose the weight, he’s too tired to do anything after work?

A: Forever, and ever, you never will part….Type 2 diabetes is when the cells in your body become less sensitive to insulin, and that does not reverse. Beware, if the diabetes is not well controlled, your hubby will end up on insulin (shots) forever. Diabetes is very rough on your body. It can mess up you heart, nerves, eyes, and kidneys. Also, in the medical world, having diabetes is considered as bad on your heart as already having had a heart attack, so he really needs to stop smoking. Smoking causes all kinds of bad stuff and is a leading factor in heart disease (which is already the #1 killer of us chubby Americans). As far as losing the weight… how about exercising in the morning before work? Personally, I’m a night-time exerciser, but I’ve heard when you excercise in the morning it gives you more energy. Or take a walk on lunch break before he’s exhausted?

Q: What is the difference between type I and type II diabetes?
How to identify whether it is the first or the second type and which is more dangerous?

Please advice the best ways to control the diabetes if the patient is unable to move by self
A thumbs up for all the answerers for taking pain to answer my question. Thanks you all for the information.

Wow, somebody is gonna get at least 11 points.
My best wishes (specially to Steph, Absin and Gumbo) for sharing their experience. Will pray for your longer life.

A: s a,
Type 1 diabetes is an auto-immune disease where the body’s immune system destroys the insulin-producing beta cells in the pancreas. This type of diabetes, also known as juvenile-onset diabetes, accounts for 10-15% of all people with the disease. It can appear at any age, although commonly under 40, and is triggered by environmental factors such as viruses, diet or chemicals in people genetically predisposed. People with type 1 diabetes must inject themselves with insulin several times a day and follow a careful diet and exercise plan.
Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes, affecting 85-90% of all people with the disease. This type of diabetes, also known as late-onset diabetes, is characterised by insulin resistance and relative insulin deficiency. The disease is strongly genetic in origin but lifestyle factors such as excess weight, inactivity, high blood pressure and poor diet are major risk factors for its development. Symptoms may not show for many years and, by the time they appear, significant problems may have developed. People with type 2 diabetes are twice as likely to suffer cardiovascular disease. Type 2 diabetes may be treated by dietary changes, exercise and/or tablets. Insulin injections may later be required.
I add a link with brief details of the four different types of diabetes

http://www.sphosp.com/diabetes/
four_major_types_of_diabetes.htm

Hope this helps
Matador 89

Q: Will type two diabetes cause nerve problems in your neck and arms?
I just found out that I have type two diabetes, and I was wondering if it would cause you arms to go numb? I have had this problem for about 3-4 months.

A: I had numbness/tingling and pain in my hands and feet. After I was diagnosed with diabetes I worked hard to get my blood sugar under control and my symptoms decreased dramatically.

Q: my grandfather was just diagnosed with type two diabetes what should he be eating?
my grandfather was just diagnosed with type two diabetes and the doctor just told him, “low carb diet” so he really dosnt know what that means. i was wondering if anybody knew the RDA of carbs for a diabetic of if there are any good websites where i could look up this stuff. also recipes or websites with recipes for diabetics would be great. thanks and if you need more info just ask.

A: You should know, as should anyone else on here supporting a low carb diet, that the science is in and Low-carb diets are linked to atherosclerosis and impaired blood vessel growth even though blood lipid tests may show all to be within normal ranges. In the study found at http://www.harvardscience.harvard.edu/medicine-health/articles/low-carb-diets-linked-atherosclerosis-and-impaired-blood-vessel-growth one of the researchers who was on a low carb diet had this to say: “Although the precise nature and role of these cells is still being worked out – and caution is always warranted in extrapolating from effects in mice to a clinical situation – these results succeeded in getting me off the low-carb diet.”

You might want to read it for yourself. Losing weight is not or should not be the primary motivating factor when dieting. It should be gaining health. The only proven way to increase longevity is to eat a low calorie high nutrient diet and I’m sorry meat-lovers but that means eating a plant-based diet that is low in animal foods and high in nutrient dense vegetables and fruits. One medical doctor who has the answers is Joel Fuhrman in New Jersey and he has written numerous books on the subject that are all backed by scientific studies.
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Success story from a patient of Joel Fuhrman, MD as told by Dr. Fuhrman:
James was referred to my office from his nephrologist at St. Barnabus Hospital in Livingston, NJ. He was originally referred to the nephrologist by his endocrinologist (diabetic specialist) at the Joslin Clinic because of kidney damage that resulted from very high glucose readings in spite of maximum medical management.

At his first visit, Jim weighed 268 pounds and was taking a total of 175 units of insulin per day. He had already suffered from severe complications of Type 2 diabetes, including two heart attacks and Charcot (destructive inflammation) joint damage in his right ankle. In spite of this huge dose of insulin and six other medications, Jim’s glucose readings averaged between 350 to 400. “This was the case no matter what I ate,” he said. Jim told me that he was already on a careful ADA diet and was following the precise dietary recommendations of the dietician at the Joslin Clinic. He started my Eat To Live program right away, and I immediately reduced his insulin dose down to 130 units per day. Jim and I spoke on the phone over the next few days, and I continued to decrease his insulin gradually. Within five days, Jim’s glucose was running between 80 and 120, and he had lost ten pounds. At this juncture, I put him on 45 units of Lantus insulin at bedtime and 6 units of Humalog regular insulin before each meal for a total of 63 units per day. At his two week visit, Jim had lost 16 pounds. I stopped his blood pressure medications, and he was taking a total of 58 units per day of insulin. After the first month of my Eat To Live program, I was able to stop all of Jim’s insulin and start him on Glucophage. He lost 25 pounds in the first five weeks, and his blood glucose readings were well controlled without insulin. His blood pressure also came down to normal, and he no longer required any blood pressure medications. Five months later, Jim was off all medications for diabetes, no longer had high cholesterol or high blood pressure and was more than 60 pounds lighter. His kidney insufficiency had normalized as well. This case illustrates not merely how powerful the diet from my Eat To Live approach is, but how the standard dietary advice given to diabetics from conventional physicians and dieticians is insufficient.
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Q: What kind of diet does one consume when they have type two diabetes?
What is good to eat for breakfast, lunch, and dinner? What kinds of fruits, vegetables, cereals, etc. do I eat with type two diabetes?

A: Low GI diet, basically all foods that do not drastically increase blood sugar levels like -
Carbs – whole wheat, brown rice, new potatoes, whole wheat pasta
Proteins – pulses, lentils, soyabeans, moderate amounts of lean meats
Vegetables – any amount
Fruits – 1-2 per day (avoid mangoes, pineapple, banana)
Dairy – have low fat yoghurt and skimmed milk, avoid hard cheese
Sugars – AVIOD all products containing added sugars like cake, cookies that leads to immediate increase in sugar levels
Fats – cooking only in olive oil or canola and avoid butter and other solid fats

Example -
Breakfast – Whole grain cereals without added sugars + handful any kind berries + skimmed milk
Lunch – Whole wheat pitta or pasta (not cream based) + salad
Dinner – Chicken breast + steamed vegs
Snacks – vegs with hummus or oatcakes or nuts/seeds

Q: If your overweight and just diagnosed with type two diabetes, But you lost weight. Would the diabetes go away?
If you were just diagnosed with diabetes type two, and you take pills for it.
And if you lost weight, could you not possibly have to keep taking the pills??

A: It’s possible but it isn’t just about loosing weight. The person would have to do a whole life style change to try and get rid of their diabetes and even then it isn’t 100% sure, but the possibility is alot bigger than staying overweight and keeping bad health habits.

Q: Is type one diabetes more commonly seen through genetics, or is that type two diabetes?
I always thought type one mostly concerned an individual’s genetic problems alone, whereas type two occurred primarily from one’s unhealthy habits. Though my mother asserts the converse, in which type one does not run in families, but usually a viral infection precedes its existence, and type two is almost entirely due to one’s inherited genes. So who’s correct? (Please specify your specialty, if any.) Thank you.

A: All forms of diabetes, with the exception of accidents, surgery, some illnesses, environmental (pesticides, herbicides, xenoestrogens, lead, chemicals, etc.), and medication (birth control, estrogen replacement therapy, antidepressants, psychological medications, etc.) caused, are genetic.

This applies even to type 2 diabetics.

Most type 2 diabetics have a genetic predisposition to the disease, hence, the development thereof.

There are MANY MANY MANY people who have a sedentary lifestyle, eat really BAD foods, and weigh in several hundred pounds that do not have diabetes. Haven’t you ever seen one of them? Perhaps occupying 2 seats on an airplane or a bus? Or those who can’t sit in a chair at a restaurant, but have to take a whole bench at a booth?

Type 1 diabetics are caused by an autoimmune disease or external influence like surgery, auto accident, or other problem that destroys the pancreas ability to make insulin. What triggers the autoimmune problem is still a mystery, but it is related to genetics.

I was one of those sedentary lifestyle people before my diagnosis. I didn’t have diabetes. What gave me my diabetes was 2 different medications I took last year (for headaches of all things), both having the ’side effect’ of causing diabetes in rare cases. I just happen to be one of those rare cases.

Type 2 diabetes is NOT a lifestyle disease per se. But lifestyle CAN escalate the predisposition to acquiring the disease.

Q: Can someone have type one diabetes and type two diabetes at the same time?
I am a type one diabetic and I was just wondering if that was possible?
Cantype one diabeties change to type two over the course of someones life?

A: According to articles reviewed *diabetes.com, diabetes.org)

YES, it is possible to have insulin resistance as a type 1 diabetic, so theorhetically, you can have both types at the same time. It occurs from the same risk factors as for type 2.

Q: What are the best sweet snacks for those with diabetes type two?
I have diabetes type two, but, I would also ask for type ones…does anybody have any fantastic answers….besides ice cream, and yogurt….what else is out there?
oh, they have to be sugar free items, only!
and low carbs!

A: i’d say any kind of fresh berries, strawberries, blueberries, etc.

Q: Can the type two diabetes drug Metformin cure insulin resistance?
I was resently prescribed this drug by my doctor to treat my apparent insulin resistance ( pre-diabetes). Does this drug cure this ailment, or does it just prevent me from developing Type 2 diabetes. Just trying to get a better understanding of the meds Im taking..

A: Metformin cannot “cure” insulin resistance.

All body cells need glucose to functon. However, the glucose molecule is too large to pass through the cell wall. In order to allow the glucose to pass through the cell wall, insulin is needed. It binds with the cell wall and causes little openings in the cell wall to open further to allow the large glucose molecule to get into the cell.

For some reason, cells can become resistant to insulin and won’t allow it to bind with the proteins in the cell wall and the glucose cannot pass through.

Metformin is a drug that acts on the cell walls directly decreasing the resistance to insulin and allowing the insulin to do its job.

Insulin resistance is not very well understood but maintaining a healthy weight has a huge impact on insulin resistance. So eat sensibly and keep the weight off through gentle exercise.

Walking is one of the best exercises around – it is cheap, doesn’t require any equipment and easy to fit in with your daily routine. If you take the bus to work or school, get off a few stops before your usual stop and walk the rest of the way. If you drive to work or school, park further away. Take the stairs instead of the elevator. Go for a walk during your lunch break. Walk with a buddy – it is fun!!!

Q: Are low levels of sugar still bad for type two diabetes?
My wife has been recently diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. We have noticed that it seems everything has some (or form of) sugar in it. As an example, 1 slice of bread is 2g, or 1 serving of pasta is 3g. Does this mean even these low levels are bad news?

A: Did your wife’s doctor give her any guidelines about eating? If not, you can get information at diabetes.org on meal planning.

Lots of diabetic cookbooks exist, and they include the nutrition info. Some of them are better than others – I really enjoy the ones by Splenda that can be found at the grocery checkout lines.

It is impossible to eliminate all forms of carbs. What you want to do is limit them (not eliminate them), and watch the serving sizes and ratio. If something is 10g of carbs, but 8 of them are sugar, that’s not a good choice. If only 2 are sugar, that’s a better choice.

Keep an eye on fats, too. Some reduced sugar foods have increased fats in them.

Your wife needs to know what percent of carbs for her day she is allowed per meal. After that it’s just simple math. Even for a type 2.

You can get a glycemic index on most foods. You can use the weight watchers point system or diabetic exchange system as guidance (many products have these nummbers on them, and there are websites that have listings of individual foods with system numbers). Ask the doctor about diabetic education classes (very helpful). Join a diabetes support group. Work with a nutritionist if you need to.

Once you have an idea of how many carbs you can have per meal or snack, you will surprised how much you can really eat just by choosing wisely.

Q: I have type two diabetes, agoraphobia, and maybe depression?
Is it okay for me for me to drink alcohol or smoke cannabis? Please I really need answers
Remember not type one type TWO diabetes.

A: Using marijuana is against the law. So, no it’s not okay. Also, frequent use of it or alcohol can contribute to your symptoms of depression.
Diabetics are always advised not to drink alcohol because it has a lot of sugar in it. Neither alcohol or marijuana is okay for you to use if your want to be in the best health possible.

Q: Having type two diabetes and have the stomach flu – can’t eat?
I have recently been diagnose with type 2 diabetes. I want to know what is recommended when you have the stomach flu.
Normally it is a diet of BRAT – Banana, Rice, Applesauce and Toast. All these are not a good thing for diabetics. Also things like Gatorade?

Any ideas on what to have besides just water?

A: I sip on a regular soda . One can a day.

Q: What is the difference between type one and type two diabetes?
What diets or homeopathic methods can be used to stabilize or correct this conditon?

A: Type I is a genetic disorder in children. Generally diagnosed in early childhood. They are insulin dependant and will have to receive injections for the rest of their lives.

Type II is found more in adults and is controlled with food.

Insulin is the only way to stabilize Type I and sugars are checked numerous times throughout the day. A diabetic knows when their sugars are too high or too low from the way they feel.

Food intake is monitored for Type II. No sugars, they have to switch to other sweetners such as nutra-sweet. They should stay away from the cakes, have a higher protein diet, watch carb intake and monitor sugars regularly. If they do not go by the diet given by the physician, they can actually force themselves into becoming a Type I where they have to actually have injections on a regular basis. My step-dad did this – think it was more for attention since he kept saying his sugars were critical – 550+

If sugars are too high or too low, a person, usually, is admitted into the hospital if they are unable to get them up or down on their own.

Q: List the short term and long term health effects of diabetes type two for the individual.?
List the short term and long term health effects of diabetes type two for the individual.
Thanks!

A: Diabetes is a chronic disease with many complications. Short-term and long-term complications, as well as co-existing diseases, are a constant threat. Both type 1 and type 2 diabetes may develop the same complications, but symptoms of the complications in people with type 2 may be the first signs of diabetes.

Short-term complications are the day-to-day problems that can attack without warning, such as hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia. Diabetic ketoacidosis and hyper-osmolar syndrome are emergency situations that require immediate care.

Read about short-term complications:

•Hypoglycemia
•Hyperglcemia
•Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
•Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Nonketotic Coma (HHNKC)
•When to go to the ER – Diabetic Emergencies
Diabetes is a chronic illness with no cure, and it is progressive. Long-term complications are the result of damage that can occur over a period of years.

Long-term complications:

•Nephropathy – Kidney Disease in Diabetes
•Neuropathy and Diabetes
•Retinopathy and Diabetes
Diabetes can affect other aspects of the body as well. Besides cardiovascular diseases and associated conditions, it can also wreak havoc with emotions and alter quality of life.

Kitty

Q: What is the life expectancy of a male hispanic with type two diabetes?
We are looking for a life expectancy chart or any kind of
research that would help us get more information in this area.

A: if type 2 DM is well-controlled, patients can live long healthy lives. i do not think you will find any life expectancy chart for this. think positive instead — strive for control of blood sugars, blood pressure, cholesterol. all are important.

Q: What’s the difference between type one and type two diabetes?

A: type 1 – u lack the pancreatic cells that produce insulin.
type 2 – ur body makes insulin but ur cells no longer respond to insulin as they used to. treatment is to either stimulate ur pancreas to make more insulin or increase responsiveness of ur cells to insulin.

Q: can you describe the difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes?
I need help on describing the difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes
urgent help please

A: Difference between type 1 and type 2

What is Type 1 Diabetes?

Type 1 Diabetes is a disorder in which the body does not produce insulin (a hormone that aids in moving sugar from the blood to the cells). This type of diabetes can be due to a virus or autoimmune disorder in which the body does not recognize an organ as its own and attacks it. In this case the body attacks an organ known as the pancreas where insulin is made. This type of diabetes is usually diagnosed before age 40.
What is the treatment for Type 1 Diabetes?

Those with Type 1 Diabetes are required to take insulin injections to move sugar from the bloodstream.
What about Type 2 Diabetes?

Type 2 Diabetes occurs when insulin that the body produces is less efficient at moving sugar out of the bloodstream. Some sugar is moved out of the blood, just not as effectively compared to a person with normal insulin efficiency. High blood sugar is a result of this. Type 2 Diabetes used to be thought of as the adult onset type of diabetes. However, an alarming rate of children are now being diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes.
How is Type 2 Diabetes Treated?

Diet, exercise, weight loss, and in many cases medication are the treatment for this type of diabetes. Occasionally, someone with Type 2 may be placed on insulin to better control blood sugar. This type of diabetes is associated with physical inactivity and obesity

Noqw you Know

Tin

Q: How can we prevent diabetes type 2? What would be the best diet to prevent?
I currently am writing an article about diabetes. I have been searching and reading many evidence-based articles. However, I’d like to hear your own opinion on diabetes type 2.

A: As you probably know heredity, plays a big roll.

For diet, whole grains, fresh fruits and vegetables, lean meats and poultry, Stay away from the white stuff, white bread, potato’s, sugar, white rice etc. Eat as little processed food as possible . All carbs are not created equal a white potato and a sweet potato have the same carbs but metabolize differently, check out the Glycemic Index on foods it will give you more info. Exercise, weight is a big part of it also. If it runs in your family, I don’t know if you can prevent it, but maybe you can delay it. The closer to nature the food is the better. Read labels and don’t go by net carbs unless your on Adkins. STAY AWAY FROM JUNK FOOD! I hope this helps.

Q: How does diabetes (type 2), pancreatitus, and high tryglycerides tie together?
I have type 2 diabetes, and severely high tryglycerides, and chronic pancreatitus. I have already had to have a portion of my pancreas removed. I just want to know how it all ties together, and what exactly do tryglycerides do?

A: They’re all tied by over consuming carbohydrates which turn to tryglycerides which clogs up your cells and increases your insulin resistance which then overworks your pancreas as well as starving it from vital nutrients.

Once you get on a healthy natural foods based low carb, low glycemic index diet, rich in fruits and vegetables and exercise daily, things should level out. I’ve been on this diet for nearly a year and no longer require any medication for my diabetes. More here: http://www.geocities.com/seabulls69/Type_II_Diabetes.html

Q: Does anyone know good vegetarian guidelines for people with diabetes Type 2?
I just found out that I have diabetes Type 2. I know I have to stay away from jams, jellies, etc. What are the best protein items I can eat to help me stay healthy? Any other vegetarian/diabetes info would be helpful. I want to try to go veggie for this!

A: Here’s some info:

http://www.vrg.org/journal/diabetes.htm

Q: Hi, What are some possible ideas of what a government can do to decrease the risk of Diabetes, type 2? – Thanx
It is possible to prevent type 2 Diabetes, especially if it is not in one’s genes. What are some responsobilities the government can take up to help. For example, so far I have: 1) More medical research 2) Preventive care covered by Health insurance. What are some other possible suggestions? – Thank you for your help.

A: the feds should gaurentee a decent , gaurenteed nutrional diet to every family on social assistance , or living below poverty level . you cannot be health being raised on sugar pops . schools should offer nutrional lunches at no cost . healthy food for children is not available . yet millions of tons of vegetables , fish , chicken are destroted . the goverment could save a fortune , by purchising this products , making them available to single parents etc . this would decrease farm supplements , and make young peoplwe healthier, more physically and mental healthier . seems to simple it would work .

Q: Can a person with diabetes type 2 eat honey ?
I hear contradicting opinions about this (even from doctors).Do you have any experience proving that people with diabetes type 2 can actually include honey in their diet?

A: Yes you can eat honey my mom uses honey to sweeten her coffee and she’s Diabetic. You have to watch your carb intake.

Q: Can diabetes type 2 be reversed / eliminated if the diabetes 2 is weight induced ?
Can losing a large amount of weight do away with the diabetes type 2 ?

A: I have type two and as far as I know once you get it you own it. it can be controlled by what you eat and how well you keep it under control. learn all you can about it, I have congestive heart failure and
bad lungs to go along with it. so I don’t watch as close as I should but what the hell my days are numbered. You need to control it. Learn all you can about it side effects are everything and death so don’t mess with it, learn

http://www.diabetes.org/

Q: Diabetes Type 1 and Type 2 treated by decreasing hepatic gluconeogenesis?
If there is a drug that decreases hepatic gluconeogenesis, would it only help with patients with Diabetes Type 2? Or would it also help with paients with Type 1 diabetes? If so or so not, can you explain how? I know Type 2 can be helped with this, but I’m not sure about Type 1. Thanks

A: If a type 1 suffers from ‘dawn phenomenon’ It just might help. Your liver dumps glucose into your body in the morning so you have energy to ‘hunt’ for food. In type 1’s, there is no insulin to metabolize the blood sugars.

I don’t believe that any doctor would prescribe this type of treatment. I am not sue if there is a drug that will be short acting enough to prevent causing problems.

Of course, I am not a doctor.

Q: can someone with diabetes type 2 have a hypo?
I have just been diagnosed with type 2 and really do not understand what would cause a hypo if one is eating regularly and often. Of course i refer to diabetes friendly foods.

A: Diet & excercise play an important role in managing your diabetes. Insulin and or medication also help to control BS levels. Type 2 diabetes along with all the above especially insulin, or medication can cause BS to drop too low. When mine drops to the 70’s range I start feeling very shaky my face gets tingly I feel sweaty, irritable , nervous , my heart starts pounding (sudden release of adrenaline) I feel woozy lightheaded, immediately I treat it.by eating something containing protein Some examples are cheese, 1/2 peanut butter sandwich ,peanut butter crackers, also always keep orange juice around and glucose tablets Sugary things like candy are ok for a quick fix but may cause the BS levels to elevate too slowly because of the fat content. So I prefer protein. After about 30 minutes you will start feeling better.Sometimes low BS reactions are not real bad but the instant you start feeling these symptoms start treating them don’t wait !. Eating a balanced diet still may cause a Low BS reaction especially if there has been any ajustments made to your medications Monitor monitor monitor I cannot stress that enough, low BS attacks are scary and are far from fun a diabetic knows more than any one about what this feels like and we know what we have to do about it . Treat it immediately.

Q: Whats the difference between type 1 diabetes and type 2?
Hi everyone.
My boss just found out her 16 year old daughter has type 1 diabetes. We were all very sad to hear the news. Apparently she will be taking medication everyday for the rest of her life and she has a strict diet to follow. What’s the difference between type 1 and type 2? Also, do people with diabetes have a tendency to be thin and lose a lot of weight because of their diet? Apparently before she was diagnosed, she lost 10 pounds within a month.

Thanks!

A: Type one is usually diagnosed early in life, from birth to around the age of 30. There are many theories on why and what happens to the pancreas in type 1. It is thought to be a viruse that attacks it at some point. There are more cases of type 1 in states that have cold weather. These people are always insulin dependent and must inject insulin sometimes up to 6 times a day. The pancreas does not make any (or very little) insulin. In type 2, it is usually diagnosed after the age of 35, but can develop earlier. With this type there are 2 things that can happen. The pancreas can be making lots of insulin but the body is not using it correctly (this is insulin resistance) or the pancreas is not making enough insulin. People with type 2 usually have to take some type or oral meds, but some take insulin, and some take both. There are some type 2’s that can control their disease with diet and exercise for many years. Both types of diabetes can be genetic. Both types are caused by malfunctions of the pancreas and are not caused by the wrong diet, or being overweight. Both types of diabetics need to get daily exercise and watch their diets.

Q: What are the differences between type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes?
I know type one is deadlier. But symptom wise, what are the differences between the 2 types of diabetes?

A: Basically, type 1 is an autoimmune deficiency- meaning that your body starts fighting against itself, and eventually, someone with type 1 diabetes will stop producing insulin (the protein that regulates your blood sugar levels and enables your body to produce energy). This happens very quickly once it’s triggered. As for symptoms… well, it depends what you mean. Before I was diagnosed, I was drinking about ten plus glasses of water and going to the bathroom a completely insane number of times a day. My mouth smelled like dried fruit. Once I even got a migraine during gym class, but I have no idea if that’s related. I felt tired all the time and snapped at people a lot more than usual, too. People diagnosed with type 1 are usually otherwise completely healthy human beings (but I do happen to know that they’re more susceptible to certain kinds of warts and gum disease.) And once you have type 1, you’re stuck with it for the rest of your life- there’s no cure. Insulin injections are just life support.

Type 2 diabetes isn’t quite the same. When someone has type 2, it means that they’re still producing insulin, but their bodies have developed a resistance to it. It’s also very likely that they’re overweight. (The more overweight you are, the less effective your insulin becomes.) The symptoms are much the same as for type 1, but type 2 is a bit more dangerous. Because it is more slow to develop – sometimes taking as much as ten, twenty-some years before a person is properly diagnosed – the high blood sugar has more time to inflict permanent damage to your liver, nerves and general circulation. Unlike type 1, type 2 diabetes can sometimes be cured by losing weight around the belly and putting a more healthy diet into place. You can also take pills that will make your insulin stronger to help you regulate your blood sugars.

So, basically… they have the same symptoms, only type 2 will be slower to develop and likely won’t be caught until the person has had diabetes for quite some time. Type 2 also has the issue of loss of circulation. That’s actually one of the best ways to differentiate between the two.

Q: Is there a surgery for type 2 diabetes to temporarily stop the need of insulin?
I know there is a procedure available for type 1 diabetes that works for 2-3 years (animal transplant that eventually gets rejected by the human immune system) but does it work with type 2 diabetes?

A: I’m sorry to say the answer is no…..

Unlike type 1 diabetics who produce little or no insulin, type 2 diabetics who make up 90-95% of the diabetic population for the most part produce an adequate supply of insulin, many times with the help of oral medications to help stimulate the pancreas into producing and releasing more insulin. Type 2’s can also use a longer acting insulin to help in controlling their blood sugars.

The main issue with Type 2’s is that they are to some degree insulin resistant, which means that the insulin their body produces is not making it’s way into the cells of the body to release the excess glucose, thus a buildup of glucose occurs and remains in the blood causing blood sugars to elevate to higher than normal levels which over time causes damage to body systems and organs. Which is why many type 2’s need to take oral medications to help the cells to become less insulin resistant.

Since it deals with the cells of the body, surgery would not be an option.

Q: What are my chances of type 1 or 2 diabetes?
Im only a teenager, and my dad has type 2 diabetes, my cousin on my dad’s sude has type 1, and my grandfather, plus his 6 relatives all have type 1 and 2 on my dad’s side. What are my chances of getting diabetes? What is the ratio? Can I prevent diabetes? And will I have to go to the hospital if I am diagnosed with type 1 or 2 diabetes?

A: Here are some of the symptoms:

1. Loosing weight suddenly.
2. Frequent urination.
3. Always very thirsty.
4. Dire need to eat, always hungry.
5. Blurred vision.
6. Itching of the skin.
7. Numbness in extremities (arms & lags).
8. Slow healing of wounds.
9. Vaginal yeast infection.
10. Fatigue.
11. Irritability and changes in ones mood.

These are only indicative and not conclusive. Sometimes diabetes can be without symptoms also. You will be said to have diabetes if you sugar level remains high normally. It is confirmed by testing your blood and urine sugar levels after an overnight fast and again after food/sugar syrup. If there is no sugar in your urine it is called diabetes insipidus.

Q: what health care providers are needed for people with diabetes type 2?
in a clinic that is only for people with diabetes type 2. what human resources are needed. for example nurses,doctors ..but i need more. please help..thanks

A: Well lets start with doctor who is knowledgeable about your general health and the impact of diabetes. There are not really that many as you would think. Then a dietitian would be next so can be taught how to eat and those foods that don’t help your condition. Then depending how your personal expression of diabetes is progress then an internal medical person would next. That the minimum specialist. Then nurses who really understand diabetes would be nice.

Best Wishes.

Q: Do you still use insulin and check your glucose level with type 2 diabetes?
I think i may have diabetes (type 1 or type 2 not sure yet) but do you still need to check your glucose level and insulin injections

A: Type 1 does require insulin injections. There are some type 2 diabetics who treat their diabetes with both medication and occasional insulin shots. ——————————————————————

It is always a good idea to check your blood sugar daily whether you are a type 1 or a type 2.

Q: Diabetes Mellitus?
Is Diabetes Mellitus Hereditary?

A: Type 1 diabetes certainly can be hereditary. Hence if any of your parents or grand parents had it, you should check for it. In fact, there are tests now that can tell if you are likely to be diabetic in future. Type11 may be caused by diseases of the pancreas, some autoimmune diseases or by dietary habits.

Q: What is the way to recovery from Diabetes Mellitus?
My brother has been just detected having Diabetes Mellitus with blood-sugar 281 after fasting and a triglyceride level of 544.I solicit Expert recommendation regarding total recovery from this disease.What foods to be taken,what foods to be avoided,at what intervals food should be taken,what should be the way of life,why a person gets this disease,how it can be avoided altogether?Our maternal grandfather had this and our mother aged 86 years also has it.

A: First of all, that’s a lot of questions to answer in the small space provided here, but I will try to give you some starting points.

Talking with your doctor is your best place to begin. He / she can steer you in the right direction toward meeting your health goals.

As for food…. consult with a registered dietician or nutritionist for professional advice. Some basic pointers are:
– Avoid high-sugar content foods.Trade out regular soft drinks for more healthy options such as water, tea (not sweetened with sugar), or diet soft drinks.
– Avoid high-carb foods. Carbs are often metabolized as glucose and will cause your blood sugar to rise in much the same fashion as sugary foods. Potatoes, pastas, and breads are among high-carb foods.
– Avoid high-fat foods, in order to reduce cholesterol. Plan out low-fat meals and avoid frying when possible. Cholesterol and diabetes go hand in hand, so reducing one (also reducing your triglycerides) will have a positive effect on the other.
– Avoid high-sodium foods. Try to watch your salt intake as much as possible. Sodium is a cause of high blood pressure, which is also a sister-syndrome of diabetes.
– Avoid alcoholic beverages. Limit your alcohol intake to the minimal. While most alcoholic mixed drinks are high in sugar content (in the mixers) and beers are high in carbs, alcohol can actually cause hypoglycemic reactions.

When it comes to diabetic meal planning, portion control is really the main key. Limit your portion sizes and avoid over-indulging. Some sugar, carbs, fats, and salt are actually okay and are impossible to avoid, but avoid excess.

There is no set time interval at which you should eat, however it is recommended that you eat small snacks (healthy, of course) throughout the day and 3 meals a day. Being on a regular meal schedule has a major effect on your blood sugar levels so try to eat around the same time everyday.
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Unfortunately, there is no cure for diabetes, but with proper medical control you can definitely lead a healthy and happy life. Control is the key to taming the disease. Take medication as prescribed, eat the right diet, and exercise regularly.

There are great resources around in nearly every community so take advantage of those. Join a diabetic support group in your area or solicit the services of a Certified Diabetes Educator near you. Your local health department is likely a great resource as well when it comes to diabetes.

Good luck and best wishes…

Q: What is the metabolic abnormality that underlies the characteristic symptoms of diabetes mellitus?
What is the metabolic abnormality that underlies the characteristic symptoms of diabetes mellitus?
A. A failure of the kidney tubules to reabsorb glucose from the urine
B. A failure of the villi of the intestine to absorb glucose from food
C. The body can’t switch from glucose metabolism to fat metabolism between meals.
D. The body’s cells can’t retain glucose absorbed from the blood.
E. The body’s cells can’t absorb enough glucose from the blood.

A: I believe it is E.
Insulin, which is secreted by the Pancreas, helps to control the amount of sugar in the bloodstream. When the Pancreas does not secrete enough Insulin or none at all, the sugar remains in the blood. Then the body tries to flush out all of the sugar by drinking and urinating- two key symptoms of diabetes.

Q: How much does it cost to see if i have diabetes mellitus?
I will soon get health insurance. I live in Texas. Can someone give me a estimate on how much it would cost for them to run tests on me for Type 1 diabetes mellitus?

If i do have type 1 diabetes, how much money would it cost for medicine.

Can someone give me a estimate like around $500 dollars?

A: Hi Jay,

It should not cost you more than $200.00
All you need to do is to tell your doctor that you want to be tested for diabetes. He will discourage you but if you persist he will agree.

Request him to do the Glucose Tolerence Test (GTT)

Good luck. I hope you do NOT have diabetes.

Q: Is diabetes mellitus 1 characterized only as the inability of the pancreas to produce insulin?
A person with this condition may have to give oneself intramuscular injections in order to regulate glucose level in the blood. And I understand that glucagon injections aren’t as practical because the mere consumption of carbohydrates should do the trick.

So my question is: Does the pancreas of a person suffering from diabetes mellitus 1 produce glucagon?

A: First of all, Type 1 diabetics only give subcutaneous injections of insulin, not intramuscular. If insulin was injected into muscle, the effect would be dangerously rapid and unpredictable absorption.

Type 1 diabetics also have damage to their alpha cells or impaired alpha cells, which release glucagon. So yes, their counter-regulatory mechanism for hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) is impaired. They do not produce (generally) enough glucogon to prevent a severe low blood sugar. Type 1 diabetics, unlike Type 2’s, are prone to severe low blood sugar for this reason, as is the fact that they do not have insulin resistance, and the fact that they are exogenously injecting much more insulin than their body would need to sustain itself, in addition to general factors for hypoglycemia.

Nobody knows if the damage or dysfunction of the glucagon secreting cells (alpha cells) is autoimmune also, or if it is a result of a lack of beta cells (i.e. The cells may figure, if the body is not making any insulin, you can’t have a low blood sugar, right?).

If the person with Type 1 diabetes is conscious and having a low blood sugar, then glucagon should NOT be given. Fast acting carbohydrate (glucose gel etc.) should be given by mouth.

If the person is unconscious, a glucagon injection or IV glucose MUST be given instead.

Q: what is the connection of Diabetes mellitus in keratoplasty?
we have a case study, the patient has a diagnosis of Diabetes mellitus, and it says there that he undergo keratoplasty.. is there a connection between the two?

A: Diabetes can effect the eyes and can lead to many eye complications
for more on eye diseases due to diabetes vsit mt free website http://www.reddiabetes.com

Automated lamellar keratoplasty eye surgery, or ALK, is a surgical procedure used to correct vision in people with severe nearsightedness and mild degrees of farsightedness.

What Happens During Keratoplasty Eye Surgery?
Keratoplasty eye surgery, performed under local anesthesia, usually takes less than an hour to complete. A cutting device is used to make a small incomplete flap across the cornea. While still attached at one side, the corneal flap is folded back to reveal the layer of tissue below. Another, very precise cut is made on the sub layer of tissue based on the person’s glasses’ prescription. After this cut, the corneal flap is placed back over the eye where it reattaches.

What Are the Advantages of Keratoplasty Eye Surgery?
Compared to other vision repair surgeries:

The healing process for keratoplasty eye surgery is relatively quick
It takes less time for stable vision to return
Recovery period is more comfortable

What Are the Disadvantages of Keratoplasty Eye Surgery?
While keratoplasty eye surgery is a safe and effective surgery, it does have its disadvantages. They include:

For people with mild to moderate nearsightedness, keratoplasty eye surgery is not as accurate as other eye procedures, meaning that its outcome is more difficult to predict.
Keratoplasty eye surgery slightly increases a person’s risk of developing an irregular astigmatism.

What Are the Potential Side Effects of Keratoplasty Eye Surgery?
Aside from the above-mentioned disadvantages, side effects, though rare, do occur. These may include:

Glare
Inability to wear contacts, sometimes permanently
Infection
Corneal scarring

How Should I Prepare for Keratoplasty Eye Surgery?
Before your keratoplasty eye surgery you will have met with a coordinator who will discuss with you what you should expect during and after the surgery. During this session your medical history will be evaluated and your eyes will be tested. Likely tests will include measuring corneal thickness, refraction, and pupil dilation. Once you have gone through your evaluation, you will meet the surgeon, who will answer any further questions you may have. Afterwards, you can schedule an appointment for the keratoplasty eye surgery.

If you wear rigid gas permeable contact lenses, you should not wear them during the three weeks before keratoplasty eye surgery. Other types of contact lenses shouldn’t be worn for at least three days prior to keratoplasty eye surgery. Be sure to bring your glasses to the surgery so your prescription can be reviewed.

On the day of your keratoplasty eye surgery, eat a light meal before going to the doctor and take all of your prescribed medications. Do not wear eye makeup or have any bulky accessories in your hair that will interfere with positioning your head under the laser. If you do not feel well that morning, call the doctor’s office to determine whether the keratoplasty eye surgery needs to be postponed.

What Should I Expect After Keratoplasty Eye Surgery?
The healing time from keratoplasty eye surgery is very rapid. It usually takes only about 24 hours to mend. But it may take a few weeks for your vision to finally stabilize.

Your doctor will give you eye drops to control inflammation, discomfort, and prevent infection.

Q: diabetes Mellitus?
what are the main medications used in the treatment of this disease.. please

A: hi you
the main medication used is insulin then it goes on what type you are and how bad/out of control it so it is any thing from tablets up to insulin

Q: HOW TO CURE diabetes mellitus WITHOUT HAVING MEDICINE ?
Please help me . My mom got diabetes mellitus and I don’t want her to have medicine . ‘cuz it will be bad 4 her health.
Thanks a lot .

A: I am assuming that she has Type II diabetes and not Type I. Type 1 always requires insulin to treat and there is no cure except the possible successful pancreas transplant.

Type II is usually characterized by obesity. Treatment includes diet, excercise, pills and in some cases, insulin. I have heard that for some people the diabetes “goes away” if they lost weight. There is a recent study where if a diabetic undergoes gastric bypass surgery that the diabetes disappears before the ultimate weight loss. It is a very new study and here is a link to the article on Yahoo…….

http://cosmos.bcst.yahoo.com/up/player/popup/?cl=7492540

No one likes to medicate themselves, but diabetes can be controlled with medication so a person can lead a long and healthy life. Diabetes has many complications, some of which can be life threatening. So if given a choice, I’d rather take the medication than face possible death.

Q: how am i gonna explain the pathophysiology of diabetes mellitus to my classmates?
how am i gonna explain the pathophysiology of diabetes mellitus to my classmates in such a way that they would understand?? its for my report and this is due before midterms… pls help me thanks a lot^_^

A: The best way is to do as I have and spend several hours researching it until you understand it fully. Once you’ve accomplished that, explaining it to the lay person becomes much easier. Here are some good places to start:

Q: Can Anemia and Uremia develop from Diabetes Mellitus Type II?
Can Anemia and Uremia develop from Diabetes Mellitus Type II?
If it’s possible can someone explain it to me?
Thank you..

A: Anemia-induced fatigue is thought to be one of the major contributors to the uremic syndrome. Erythropoietin (EPO), a hormone necessary for red blood cell production in bone marrow, is produced by peritubular cells in the kidney in response to hypoxia (oxygen vital to tissue). Anemia associated with renal failure can be observed when the glomerular filtration rate (GFR) (a test to see how much fluid is filtered by the kidney) is less than 50 mL/min or when the serum creatinine is greater than 2 mg/dL. Diabetic patients may experience anemia with a GFR of less than 60 mL/min.

So is it possible yes and it is a major contributor to kidney failure.

Q: How Doesb The Diabetes Mellitus Affecting The Cardiovascular System?
How does Diabetes Mellitus affect the cardiovascular system?

A: It increases the risk of atherosclerosis, or hardening of the arteries.

Q: Diabetes mellitus is thought to have an inherited component, but it doesn’t follow Mendel’s laws. Giv 3 reason?
Diabetes mellitus is thought to have an inherited component, but it doesn’t follow Mendel’s laws. Give 3 possible explanations based on the genetic principles.

A: I don’t think we signed up for a medical exam. Is this just a quiz?

Q: Each of the tiles matches one of the descriptions associated with diabetes mellitus.?
•Polydipsia
•Obesity
•Glycosuria
•Metabolic acidosis
•Hyperglycaemia

1.is a feature of Type-II rather than type-I diabetes mellitus.
2.is seen when the requirment for insulin is greater than is secretion
3.causes an osmotic diuresis
4.diuresis leads to dehydration which promotes thirst and drinking.
5.can cause respiratory compensation leading to hyperventilation.

A: 1. obesity
2. Hyperglycemia
3. Polydipsia
4. ANother guess
5. a wrong guess

Q: Is it true that long-term use of Tenormin causes Diabetes Mellitus?
A patient is thyro-toxic and hypertensive and taking Tenormin(Atenolol) since a long time. It is said that long-term use of Beta-Blockers like Atenolol may cause Diabetes Mellitus. To how much extent it is true or not?

A: That would be very difficult to answer accurately as the main cause of high blood pressure is the same as the main cause of type two diabetes…. Poor diet/lack of exercise. So, how can you separate the lifestyle effects from the drug effects?

Q: A type of diabetes mellitus that occurs in pregnant woman during the later months of pregnancy is called?
A. Insulin Resitance
B. Type I diabetes mellitus
C. Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM)
D. Polydipsia

A: C. haha i have type 1 diabetes, its found in kids and young adults and never gous away.

Q: diabetes??
is it possible for a cat to have diabetes? my mom said our cat has it but my mom generally doesnt know what she is talking about.

A: Hi there…in order to confirm if a cat has diabetes there needs to be a blood glucose test done from your vet. If the blood sugar is elevated the vet will then be able to give you the appropriate course of care for the cat. Here are a few website articles on feline diabetes mellitus:
http://www.sniksnak.com/cathealth/diabetes.html
http://www.thecatsite.com/Health/83/Feline-Diabetes.html
http://www.felinediabetes.com/newdiag.htm

http://www.netpets.com/cats/reference/diabetes.html

Q: Diabetes ?
I have notice when I eat something with allot of sugar my blood sugar gets really low a few hours later. I get light headed, dizzy, nervous and irritable. I also get thirty and feel really hungry. I get headaches too. When I eat something mainly with allot of carbs it goes back up. If I eat more sugar it goes up, but then suddenly drops again. Could this be diabetes? If so what type?
31 and thin

A: It sounds like hypoglycemia to me.

Your brains’ primary source of food is glucose and oxygen. We can’t store much of either so when your body feels it is low on glucose you get the fight or flight response. It’s basically your body saying, DO SOMETHING NOW!!! So when your blood sugar gets low you feel hungry, you get all nervous and shaky, start sweating, you can feel your heart pounding; you NEED food. If you don’t get that food, your brain starts getting starved, so it starts shutting down, some people more gradually than others. Some get sleepy, some just faint. This is an emergency, Call 911; get some juice, syrup, sugar, anything.But NEVER try to pour juice or food into the mouth of an unconscious person!! This could cause them to choke. Use syrup or sugar and rub into their cheek but call 911!

Try eating small meals with (around) the same amounts of protein, fat and carbs. Aim for 6 small meals a day. Carry around some M&M’s or other small candy so if you start to feel bad, you can eat a few while you try to get some “real” food.

High blood sugar has symptoms of…Polyphagia (frequently hungry), Polyuria (frequently urinating), Polydipsia (frequently thirsty), Blurred vision, Fatigue, Weight loss, Poor wound healing, Dry mouth, Dry or itchy skin, Impotence, Recurrent infections.

I would ask your MD for some blood work; a normal range for a non-diabetic person varies from lab to lab but a general guideline is 60-120. If you are going by the hemoglobin A1c test, a non-diabetic patient should be less than 8% and to reduce the risk of complications from heart disease, kidney disease or anything else, a diabetic patient should keep their level below 7%. The A1c can show your MD what your blood sugar has been running over the past 2-3 months.

Good luck to you.

Q: How does Diabetes hurt the skin? & what are the signs of Diabetes?
I read on the doctors wall where they have posters informing you of different diseases and they had one where diabetes can hurt your skin and said “Protect Your Skin” And I am just curious to know. How does diabetes hurt your skin? What would your skin look like when it is affected by diabetes?
My concern is because my mom know has Diabetes type 2 and I am concern for myself and not sure if I have the signs. No health insurance.

A: A lot of times certain diabetic medicines make your skin more susceptible to burns when being in the sun, and when your diabetic it takes a lot longer for your blood to clot when you get a scratch or a sore. Since it takes longer for these things to heal you also become more open to infections and etc.

Q: What is the best diabetes supplements in the market ?
I try to control my diet and do moderate exercise every alternate days for about 20 minutes. It is difficult to manage my diabetes, friends say having diabetes supplement is another way. Any suggestions.

A: My husband, Richard is a type 2 for the past 15 years. Due to his high BG and high blood pressure. The main concern is Bg which is at 200. After much pursuasion, I ask him to quit his highly stressful job as a hotelier. I help monitor his his diet, low carb, moderate exercise in the garden and reduce stress. It does not reduce his BG. Our friend, Joey suggested us to try as supplement, Dbethics which has helped many to reduce their BG. I was not interested but later decided to try. After
about 10 days my BG drop to 105 and I went to see my endocrynologist who advised me to reduce my insulin
by 5 units in the morning and another 5 units in the evening.

After 2 months I did my HBA1C tests and was amazed that
it has drop by 3 points. My doctor is equally surprised and
has requested me to continue to monitor my Bg closely. Hope it can help you.

Q: Can low blood sugar lead to diabetes? Or can the symptoms be confused with one another?
I have low blood sugar but recently I looked up symptoms of diabetes and I have:
Blurry Vision
Fatigue
Irritation
Increase hunger
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Even if I don’t have diabetes, how does it explain my blurry vision? Can low blood sugar lead to diabetes?

A: probally when your blood drops too low that can cause blurred vision. the symptoms are similar. this is the opposit fo diabetes. but yes it can turn into diabetes.

Q: How high are my risks for getting diabetes?
My sister has type 1 diabetes, and she told me that I have a good chance of getting it too because our great grandfather and his mother had diabetes. A lot of other people in my family have it, on my mom’s side. What are my chances of getting Type 1 diabetes?

A: In both the types of diabetes, signs and symptoms are more likely to be similar as the blood sugar is high, either due to less production of insulin, or no production or insulin resistance. In any of the case if there is inadequate glucose in the cells, it can be identified through certain signs and symptoms. These symptoms are quickly relieved once the Diabetes is treated and also reduce the chances of developing serious health problems.

Diabetes Type 1:

In type 1, the pancreas stop producing insulin, due to autuimmune response or possibly viral attack on pancreas. In absence of insulin, body cells does not get glucose for producing ATP (Adenosin Triphosphate) units which results into primary symptom in the form of nausea and vomiting. In latter stage which leads to ketoacidosis in which body starts breaking down muscle tissue and fat for energy, there is consequently fast weight loss. Dehydration is also usually observed due to electrolyte disturbance. In advance stages even coma and death, are being witnessed.

Diabetes Type 2:

Increased fatigue : Due to inefficiency of cell to metabolise glucose, reserve fat of body is metabolised to gain energy. When fat is broken down in the body, it uses more energy as compared to glucose, hence body goes in negative calorie effect, which results in fatigue.

Polydipsia : As the concentration of glucose increases in the blood, brain receives signal for diluting it and in its counteraction we feel thirsty.

Polyuria: Increase in urine production is the result seen when excess of glucose is present in body. Body tries to get rid of the extra sugar in the blood by excreting it through the urine. This can also lead to dehydration because excreting the sugar which carries a large amount of water out of the body along with it.

Polyphegia : The hormone insulin is also responsible for stimulating hunger. In order to cope up with high sugar levels in blood, body produces insulin which leads to increased hunger.

Weight flactuation : Factors like loss of water (polyuria), glucosuria , metabolism of body fat and protein may lead to loss of weight. Few cases may show weight gain due to increased appetite.

Blurry vision : Hyperosmolar hyperglycemia nonketotic syndrome is the condition when body fluid is pulled out of tissues including lenses of eye, which affects the ability of lenses to focus resulting in blurry vision.

Irritability : It is one of the sign of high blood sugar because of the inefficient supply of glucose to brain and other body organs, which makes us feel tired and uneasy.

Infections : Certain signals from the body is given whenever there is fluctuation of blood sugar (due to suppression of immune system) by frequent infections of fungal or bacterial like skin infection or UTI (urinary tract infection).

Poor wound healing : High blood sugar resists the flourishing of WBC, (white blood cell) which are responsible for body immune system. When these cells do not function accordingly, wound healing is not at good pace. Secondly, long standing diabetes leads to thickening of blood vessels which may affect proper circulation of blood in different body parts.

Q: How do you deal with Diabetes on a daily basis? is there a routine wihich you have to follow?
I am a high school student doing a project on Diabetes. Part of the project consists of asking a few questions to people with Diabetes.

A: My eleven year old daughter has type 1 diabetes. She was diagnosed at the age of 8. She has been on the insulin pump for 2 1/2 years. Her daily routine starts with testing when she first awakens (about 6:30), followed by breakfast. She enters her blood glucose (BG) and the number of carbs she will eat into the pump and it calculates how much insulin she needs to cover these. At 10:00am she tests again to see if her number is good and either corrects (through the pump) or has a snack to elevate her BG if she is a little low.
She tests again at lunchtime (about 11:45) and repeats the process from breakfast. She tests a 4th time after school, (3:00ish) to see where her BG is. If she is participating in an after school sport she will need a snack to keep her BG up with the extra activity. At dinner time (roughly 6:00) she will repeat the testing and enter into the pump her BG and carbs. She tests for the 6th and last time (usually) at bedtime.
The pump holds insulin in a tube called a resevoir and delivers the insulin through a tube to a canula called an infusion set that is inserted under the skin of her abdomen area. The infusion set and resevoir need to be changed every 2-3 days and is done at home by me.
She sees her pediatric endocronoligist every 3 months for an HbA1c test, height/weight etc and to monitor how well she is managing her BG.
This is our typical daily routine. Which is subject to change at any time as her BG is affected by: an increase in physical activity, illness, stress, problem with the pump or set, etc etc

Q: What happens if you have diabetes and eat before a blood test?
Diabetes runs in my family and I’m probably going to get it any time now. My job gives annual physicals and if I’m found to have diabetes, I’ll be fired. Would eating before a blood test stabilize my sugar level if I get it, or just mess everything up?

A: Eating before the blood test will cause your blood sugar to go higher. So for many people they’ll eat breakfast and have honey, sugar in the coffee, etc and test borderline for diabetes – then have to go back and re-do it as a fasting blood sugar to get a better reading.

So if I were you would not eat before it at all — or if you have to have very low carbs, sugar, etc.

Also, if you WERE to have diabetes, it is against the law to fire you for this. You would be covered under the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA). So try not to worry about that.

Good luck!

Q: How many Grams of Carbs should someone with type 2 diabetes, or gestational diabetes intake a day?
I am waiting for my second round of blood work to come back with the results as to whether or not i have gestational diabetes. My OB said she is pretty sure it will come back positive so while im waiting for the final results i want to make sure im not ingesting to many carbs. What is the suggested intake of carbs for someone with gestational diabetes and/or Type 2 diabetes?

A: Hello, The amount of carbohydrate foods (carbs) recommended for a person with diabetes varies with nutrient needs, physical activity, weight goals, and other lifestyle measures. For someone maintaining a healthy weight on1400 calories, he or she may eat around 45-60 grams per meal, with 3 meals each day. Physical activity, work/school schedules, and medications may influence the amount of carbs recommended and how the carbs are distributed throughout the day. Additional carbs may be required for intensive physical activity levels. Consistency and portion control are key for blood glucose control. The goal is to achieve and maintain target blood glucose (sugar) levels throughout the day

Q: Is having diabetes and insulin dependent considered a disability legally?
I have a friend who was told her can’t get his driving permit or license untill he goes 2 or 2 whole years w/o a seizure from his diabetes. He is almost 18 now. He is insulin dependant. He has to take it after EVERYTHING he eats. I understand people will say “diabetes is a disease not a disability” but I beg to differ. A disease such as diabetes can also be a disability in alot of cases! I just need some other opinions on this.

A: Actually, diabetes is a disability.
I only got diagnosed a few weeks ago with Type One and my mum had to fill out a Care plan and everything because it is seen as a disability. The only reason that is though is because you have to buy stuff that you wouldn’t normally have to if you didn’t have it. it doesn’t actually mean that he is disabled.

Q: What do chiropractors believe about diabetes control?
I know that they are an alternative medicine type doctor, and that they can’t write prescriptions, which for a doctor sounds a little suspicious to me, but wondered specifically what a chiropractor doctor believed about diabetes control? Do they believe/ support insulin for treatment or have the belief that diabetes can be controlled with back adjustments and a better diet?

A: They are not Drs they are just certified drs given the title because their profession lobbied for it. Not all Chiros believe in alternative and even if they do believe in alternative meds they may not be doing it properly, most chiros that I have worked with are into the money more than they are getting people well…..well at least not until their insurance visits run out.

Q: How to gain weight without fear of getting diabetes?
I am underweight and wish to gain adequate mass. But the most common suggestion is to increase calorie intake. Question is how increased calories cannot cause diabetes or does it? We all know that taking more calories than what is needed by the body can cause diabetes in the long run. Please let me know how I can gain weight without the risk of progressing to diabetes.

A: Diabetes, Will only occur if the body consumes far too much carbohydrates and high sugar foods, that the Insulin becomes immune to the glucose or sugar meaning it wont work and convert the glucose into energy this happens when for long periods of time high sugar foods are consumed and not a short term issue.
I suspect it is the Media that has raised this concern with you, if you are “underweight” im sure this will not be a concern to you as long as you plan to put on weight with a varied yet healthy diet and do not binge out on individual food groups.

Also check with a doctor or GP for the best way to put on weight.

Good Luck

Q: What type of diabetes happens during pregnancy?
Like the question states, what type of diabetes happens during pregnancy.
More importantly, why does the head of most babies are usually abnormally large after such a pregnancy?
I am more looking for an answer on why there heads are usually large after such a pregnancy.

It is a question my teacher has been asking and he wants to know why.

A: There is a slight increased risk of the fetus or newborn dying when the mother has gestational diabetes, but this risk is lowered with effective treatment and careful watching of the mother and fetus. High blood glucose levels often go back to normal after delivery. However, women with gestational diabetes should be watched closely after giving birth and at regular intervals to detect diabetes early.
Up to 40% of women with gestational diabetes develop full-blown diabetes within 5-10 years after delivery. The risk may be increased in obese women.
Please see the web pages for more details on Gestational diabetes.

Q: What are the odds of having diabetes if nobody in your immediate family is known to have it?
In other words, is it likely to have prediabetes or diabetes if nobody in your family has it?
While I’m at it, is prediabetes/diabetes common in teenagers?

A: Type 1 you developes in childhood and you would probably have known by now.

Type 2 developes in obese people, and it does not matter in there is not history. You could still get it, so get tested if you are concerned.

Q: What precautions can we take for the onset of Diabetes? How to tackle the early stages of Diabetes?
My mother (65 years old) has been diagnosed with blood sugar which is slightly above the normal. Doctor has not given medicines but some diet restrictions. How can she lead a normal life without getting affected by Diabetes? She has a very active & healthy life so far, I wish to protect her from any unwanted troubles due to this onset of Diabetes. Please advise.

A: If diabetes could be described as having a personality, it most surely would be temperamental. It has volatile mood swings and easily flies out of control. It presents constant challenges, demanding discipline, restraint, and planning.

With good self-management, you can enjoy a healthy life and minimize your chances of developing complications.

Essential Steps for Keeping Healthy
Practice good blood sugar control.

Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly.

Have a glycosylated hemoglobin test every three to six months, or more often if you’re pregnant.

Eat a healthy, varied diet, sticking to foods that are low in saturated fat and cholesterol, and limit “concentrated” sweets like candy.

Exercise regularly and maintain a normal weight.

Schedule regular visits with your doctor. Have your blood pressure and feet checked at all visits. Your doctor should test your blood lipids and kidney function regularly and do an annual EKG.

Have an annual eye exam by an ophthalmologist. This should be done from the time of diagnosis in people with type 2 diabetes, and starting five years after diagnosis in people with type 1 diabetes.

To avoid illness, stay up-to-date on your immunizations. Talk to your doctor about getting vaccinated against the flu, pneumococcal disease (such as pneumonia and meningitis), hepatitis, tetanus, and diphtheria.

Practice good foot and skin care.

Visit a dentist regularly.

Avoid risky behaviors, such as smoking or drug or alcohol abuse.

Learn as much as you can about diabetes, and educate others close to you.

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