Thursday 27 August 2009

Privacy Policy

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Friday 13 March 2009

Early Signs Of Diabetes disease

One of the medical conditions that require long-term medication is diabetes. It has various symptoms and each type [type 1 and type 2] can be identified using the first signs of diabetes.

Frequent urination is one of the common signs of diabetes. It is a warning sign that can also be observed in other medical conditions. Frequent urination is caused by the increase in blood glucose. High glucose level causes the kidneys to fail in filtering it due to insufficient water content. Water from the blood is drawn by the kidneys to supply enough water in order for them to function properly.

When the bladder is full, a person needs to release it by urinating. In the case of diabetics, the bladder is always full, thus the need for frequent urination. However, the water content of the blood decreases in the process, and this signals the brain to ask for more water. Hence, diabetics are frequently thirsty and urinating, and this cycle goes on during the course of the condition.

People with diabetes always crave for water or any fluids. And as mentioned before, frequent urination signals the brain to ask for more fluid intake, and diabetics carry these symptoms at the onset of their condition.

Another sign of diabetes is weight loss. For type 1 diabetes, weight loss is more frequent and prominent among patients compared to the type 2 diabetes. Since diabetics cannot utilize the energy from blood glucose, they always feel hungry and eat more often that usual.

But a diabetic, no matter how much he/she eats, cannot get sufficient energy from food. His/Her body requires more, so energy reserves in his/her body fats and tissues are utilized as well.

When this happens, the body loses fats and tissues, thus the weight loss. Dont be happy when someone loses too much weight at a very fast pace especially without any exercise or diet program. He/She may be suffering from diabetes and may need immediate treatment.

Even the body cells of a diabetic do not have sufficient energy. Food is not enough to replenish the lost energy and this causes weakening and fatigue.

When there is excessive glucose in the blood, the nerves are also damaged. This causes the tingling sensations or numbness in the extremities. Nerve damage takes a longer time to set in type 2 diabetes which is why it takes years after most of the signs are evident. Diagnosis may be too late for most cases since the disease has already set in and the nerves are already damaged prior to it.

Other diabetes signs are bruises and cuts that dont heal quickly, blurred vision and dry or itchy skin. Source: Simplediabetesguide dot com

Excellent in Type 1 Diabetes

Type 1 diabetes occurs when certain specialized parts of the pancreas, known as islet cells, are destroyed and no longer produce insulin. An adequate supply of insulin is very important, as it helps the body efficiently capture energy from the food we eat, and is necessary to the proper functioning of the body. Type 1 diabetes usually develops in childhood or adolescence (hence the term "juvenile diabetes"), and accounts for 10 percent of all diabetes cases in Canada.


Risk Factors
The causes of type 1 diabetes are largely unknown. Risk factors currently under study include exposure to cow's milk in infancy, and infections of various kinds.
SymptomsThe signs and symptoms of type 1 diabetes include:

  • frequent urination in large amounts,
  • excessive thirst,
  • unusual weight loss,
  • fatigue,
  • irritability,
  • nausea and vomiting, and
  • a particular odour to the breath (acetone or sweet).


Also, children with type 1 may not grow as well as other children of the same age. Although, most people with type 1 experience one or more of the above symptoms before seeing a physician, it is possible for altered consciousness (such as a coma) to be the first symptom of type 1 diabetes.


ManagingThough there is no cure for diabetes, the disease can be managed using a team approach involving family physicians and other service providers. Those with type 1 diabetes must depend on externally supplied insulin in the form of daily injections (by way of syringes and needles, injection pens, or insulin pumps). They also need to monitor their blood sugar at frequent intervals, and must learn how to adjust their insulin intake according to the amount they plan to eat and exercise. Visit Prevention & Management for more information. Also see diabetes and pregnancy.


New Research
There is, as yet, no cure for type 1 diabetes. But research is currently under way into the transplantation of insulin producing cells. In a successful transplant, these cells did produce insulin, eliminating the need for daily insulin injections. However, medication is still needed to suppress the reaction of the immune system to the newly transplanted cells. The transplant therapy remains experimental at present.

Type 2 Diabetes

Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes. In type 2 diabetes, either the body does not produce enough insulin or the cells ignore the insulin. Insulin is necessary for the body to be able to use glucose for energy. When you eat food, the body breaks down all of the sugars and starches into glucose, which is the basic fuel for the cells in the body. Insulin takes the sugar from the blood into the cells. When glucose builds up in the blood instead of going into cells, it can cause two problems:

Right away, your cells may be starved for energy.

Over time, high blood glucose levels may hurt your eyes, kidneys, nerves or heart.

Finding out you have diabetes is scary. But don't panic. Type 2 diabetes is serious, but people with diabetes can live long, healthy, happy lives.

While diabetes occurs in people of all ages and races, some groups have a higher risk for developing type 2 diabetes than others. Type 2 diabetes is more common in African Americans, Latinos, Native Americans, and Asian Americans/Pacific Islanders, as well as the aged population.

Diabetic Neuropathy or Nerve Damage

Diabetic neuropathy almost always starts in the feet because these are the longest nerves in the body. They are also fed by the longest blood vessels in the body. The peripheral neuropathy that is characteristic of diabetes is found only in the presence of high blood sugar levels.

Neuropathy represents the most common complication of diabetes. Neuropathy appears to be caused by damage to small blood vessels. Nerves depend on multiple tiny vessels that carry nutrients and oxygen to keep each and every segment of these very long nerves intact. Damage to one small segment can result in loss of feeling, pain or burning sensations that bother the feel and legs.

The Three Types Of Neuropathy
Preventing Neuropathy
Preventing neuropathy begins by preventing the loss of circulation that will result in serious nerve damage. This is relatively easy today if the risks for circulatory problems is recognized early. Keeping the blood pressure below 130/80 is essential for reducing damage to blood vessel walls. Preventing placque formation is also critical. This is done with medications the lower triglycerides and raise HDL, such as gemfibrozil and niacin, and those that lower LDL and make it lighter, such as the statins.

Blood vessels walls can also be protected with certain blood pressure meds called ACE inhibitors. Blood flow may be improved with high dose vitamin E, although 1200 mg to 1500 mg a day are usually required for this effect to be seen.

Significant clinical neuropathy can develop within the first 10 years after diagnosis of diabetes and the risk of nerve damage increases the longer one has diabetes. Some studies show that as many as 60% of those with diabetes have nerve damage. Neuropathy is more commonly in those over 40, smokers, and those who don't keep their blood sugar under control.

What Causes Diabetic Neuropathy?
Many factors have been mentioned in medical literature as possible causes of diabetic neuropathies, but scientists do not know exactly what causes the condition. However, several factors are likely to contribute to the disorder. They are high blood sugar levels, disease of the blood vessels, high lipid levels (cholesterol and triglycerides), environment and genetic consideration. Far and away the common cause is high blood sugar, which causes chemical changes in nerves.

High blood sugars damage both large and small blood vessels that carry oxygen and nutrients to the nerves. If there is not enough blood being sent to the nerve, the nerves ability to work will be effected. That is why it is so important that the blood supply to the feet and legs in a diabetic not be hampered.

Diabetic Neuropathy or Nerve Damage

Diabetic neuropathy almost always starts in the feet because these are the longest nerves in the body. They are also fed by the longest blood vessels in the body. The peripheral neuropathy that is characteristic of diabetes is found only in the presence of high blood sugar levels.

Neuropathy represents the most common complication of diabetes. Neuropathy appears to be caused by damage to small blood vessels. Nerves depend on multiple tiny vessels that carry nutrients and oxygen to keep each and every segment of these very long nerves intact. Damage to one small segment can result in loss of feeling, pain or burning sensations that bother the feel and legs.

The Three Types Of Neuropathy
Preventing Neuropathy
Preventing neuropathy begins by preventing the loss of circulation that will result in serious nerve damage. This is relatively easy today if the risks for circulatory problems is recognized early. Keeping the blood pressure below 130/80 is essential for reducing damage to blood vessel walls. Preventing placque formation is also critical. This is done with medications the lower triglycerides and raise HDL, such as gemfibrozil and niacin, and those that lower LDL and make it lighter, such as the statins.

Blood vessels walls can also be protected with certain blood pressure meds called ACE inhibitors. Blood flow may be improved with high dose vitamin E, although 1200 mg to 1500 mg a day are usually required for this effect to be seen.

Significant clinical neuropathy can develop within the first 10 years after diagnosis of diabetes and the risk of nerve damage increases the longer one has diabetes. Some studies show that as many as 60% of those with diabetes have nerve damage. Neuropathy is more commonly in those over 40, smokers, and those who don't keep their blood sugar under control.

What Causes Diabetic Neuropathy?
Many factors have been mentioned in medical literature as possible causes of diabetic neuropathies, but scientists do not know exactly what causes the condition. However, several factors are likely to contribute to the disorder. They are high blood sugar levels, disease of the blood vessels, high lipid levels (cholesterol and triglycerides), environment and genetic consideration. Far and away the common cause is high blood sugar, which causes chemical changes in nerves.

High blood sugars damage both large and small blood vessels that carry oxygen and nutrients to the nerves. If there is not enough blood being sent to the nerve, the nerves ability to work will be effected. That is why it is so important that the blood supply to the feet and legs in a diabetic not be hampered.