| Diabetes |
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Type 1 DiabetesCauseType 1 Diabetes Mellitus is characterized by high fasting and Post meal blood glucose levels. The reason for this is complete absence of insulin in the body. Due to destruction of beta cells in pancreas which produce the insulin- no insulin is formed and secreted at all. Such patients may require lifelong insulin injections.
Growth & ComplicationsThis disease may be diagnosed even in early childhood which makes it all the more important. Insulin is not only required for controlling Bloo glucose but its essential for the proper growth of the child as well. If a Diabetic child is not given sufficient insulin his or her growth may be inadequate. Complications of Diabetes may manifest at a relatively young age.
Ketoacidosis
Even small infections may precipitate Diabetic Ketoacidosis in Type 1 Diabetics- hence the 'Sick day rule':- On days when you fall ill ( due to any illness be it flu, cold cough or tummy problems like loose motions etc..) Even if you are not eating bu you are on insulin you must take atleast small doses of insulin. Ketones can be easily checked by urine dipstick for ketones, if unrine ketones are positive visit your doctor for further advice.
Normal & Successful life with Diabetes
But with proper understanding of Diabetes and its monitoring, Blood glucose levels can be controlled and complications of Type 1 Diabetes avoided. An encouraging fact is many of the famous sports personalities are suffering from it, yet they are able to maintain their strenuos regimens and keep Blood Glucose under control as well.
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