Thursday, July 18, 2024

Diabetes Mellitus 101: Types, Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options

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A collection of metabolic diseases collectively known as diabetes mellitus are marked by persistently high blood sugar levels.

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Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune condition in which the immune system of the body targets and kills the insulin-producing cells in the pancreas.

Type 2 diabetes: The most prevalent kind, marked by a relative insulin shortage and the body's inability to utilize insulin efficiently (insulin resistance).

Pregnancy-related diabetes: Also known as gestational diabetes.

Other kinds Drug-induced diabetes, diabetes linked to cystic fibrosis, and monogenic diabetes are less prevalent forms.
Signs: Frequent urination, intense thirst, heightened appetite, inexplicable weight loss, exhaustion, impaired eyesight, wounds that heal slowly, and tingling or numbness in the hands and feet are typical symptoms.

Diagnosis: Blood tests, such as the A1C, oral glucose tolerance, and fasting plasma glucose testing, are used to diagnose diabetes.

Treatment: Depending on the type of diabetes, treatment options may include blood sugar monitoring, dietary modifications, insulin therapy, oral medicines, and exercise.

References:

Diabetes.org/about-diabetes is the website of the American Diabetes Association.
Diabetes symptoms, causes, and Mayo Clinic: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/diabetes/syc-20371444
https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/diabetes is the website of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK).
7. Medication for Diabetes:

There are several drugs available to help control diabetes. The type of diabetes, a person's needs, and other considerations influence the prescription selection.

Insulin is the main therapy for individuals with type 1 diabetes. Insulin can be breathed, injected, or delivered via insulin pumps.
Diabetes Type 2: Type 2 diabetes is treated using a number of drug types, such as:
The most popular first-line drug, metformin, facilitates the absorption of glucose by cells.


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