Question 1

my friend says there is a new medication to treat diabetes type what is it?

Accepted Answer

Non-insulin injectio: New injectables are available. Some side effects are weight loss.  Here is link http://my.Clevelandclinic.Org/disorders/diabetes_mellitus/hic_non-insulin_injectable_medications.Aspx.

Question 2

how did i know if i am at risk to have diabetes type too even if i had close relatives was suffering from it ?

Accepted Answer

Diabetes: If you have family h/o of diabetes, overweight, h/o diabetes in pregnancy, or if you are a hispanic, asian or african american it increases  your risk of developing diabetes..If you darkening around your neck called acanthosis, or polycystic ovaries increases the risk of diabetes.. You can do  glucose tolerance test , fasting blood glucose to diagnose prediabetes..

Question 3

how do people get diabetes type 1?

Accepted Answer

Mostly unknown: The exact cause of type 1 diabetes is unknown. In most people with type 1 diabetes, the body's own immune system — which normally fights harmful bacteria and viruses — mistakenly destroys the insulin-producing (islet) cells in the pancreas. Genetics may play a role in this process, and exposure to certain viruses may trigger the disease.

Question 4

whats diabetes type 1 and 2 difference?

Accepted Answer

Insulin production: Type 1 dm is common in childhood & generally occurs after an infection kills off the Insulin production in the body. Insulin injections or pumps are the basic rx. Type 2 generally applies to adults who make Insulin but their body shows resistance to its effects & they need meds to help their existing Insulin work better or Insulin supplements.

Question 5

difference diabetes type 1 and 2 causes?

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Genes: Type 1 diabetes is typically genetic although environmental factors may trigger the disease. Type 2 diabetes has a genetic predisposition, but can be brought on by non-genetic causes such as chronically poor diet and inactivity.

Question 6

how are diabetes type 1 and 2. different?

Accepted Answer

Insulin differences: In type 1 diabetes, your immune system — which normally fights harmful bacteria or viruses — attacks and destroys your insulin-producing cells in the pancreas. In type 2 diabetes, your cells become resistant to the action of insulin, and your pancreas is unable to make enough Insulin to overcome this resistance.

Question 7

how can  it feel to have diabetes type 1?

Accepted Answer

Diabetes symptoms...: I am not sure if you are asking about symptoms, or what life is like for someone living with treated diabetes? I'll tackle symptoms: increased thirst, frequent urination, extreme hunger, unexplained weight loss, fatigue, blurred vision, slow-healing sores and frequent infections.

Question 8

what is diabetes type 1 a risk factor for?

Accepted Answer

Diabetes Type 1 is a risk factor for::   Celiac Disease, Dehydration in children, Silent thyroiditis, Spinal compression fracture, Dehydration, Underactive thyroid, Blood sugar high.

Question 9

what were your symptoms of diabetes type 1?

Accepted Answer

Many: Increased thirst and frequent urination. As excess sugar builds up in your bloodstream, fluid is pulled from your tissues. This may leave you thirsty. As a result, you may drink — and urinate — more than usual.Extreme hunger, weight loss. Fatigue. If your cells are deprived of sugar, you may become tired and irritable.Blurred vision.

Question 10

how can we detect diabetes type 1 by its signs?

Accepted Answer

Increased urination: Increased urination and thirst with weight loss despite increased appetite the classic features.

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