Nancy Wilson

Diabetes is a chronic health condition, which occurs when your body does not produce or use insulin, which is a hormone to control blood sugar levels. Sugar is not a cause of diabetes. However, it relates to how your body handles with the sugar you take in your daily life. And you have to manage the levels of the sugar in your blood to stay healthy and fit. Types of diabetes A large number of health disorders are under the term of diabetes that is typically identified as the type. Each class is different in terms of causes, symptoms, complications, and treatments. Usually, diabetes is of three types: Type 1 diabetes This type of diabetes relates to autoimmunity. In this, the immune system of your body gets lower and stops the growth of pancreas cells that produce insulin in your body. As a result, you become dependent on the other sources of insulin for your life. Usually, it occurs to children and youth. However, it can make adults like you suffer from it. Type 2 diabetes As a metabolic disorder, type 2 diabetes occurs to you when your body stops producing insulin or your body is unable to use the produced insulin. You have higher chances of suffering from this type of diabetes when you are not physically active, or you are obese. Besides, you may have this chronic disease if any one of your family suffered from it in the past. It usually occurs to you when you cross 40. Younger people can also suffer from it. Gestational diabetes Typically it happens to a pregnant woman due to an increase in the levels of blood sugar. After the delivery of a baby, you (women) get rid of it gradually. Facts on diabetes in Canada According to a study, approximately 90% of Canadians have type 2 diabetes, 9% have type 1, and 1% have other types of diabetes. Most of the children and youth in Canada suffer from type 1. In 2013-2014, around 2 million Canadians received diabetes treatment Causes of type 1 and type 2 diabetes According to faith, an amalgam of extra environmental factors and genetic disposition provokes the immune system to kill or affect the pancreas cells production in an individual’s body. An attack on the immune system causes the first type of diabetes. When it comes to the causes of type 2 diabetes, they are family history, obesity, and physical inactiveness. Some other risk factors for the second type and gestational diabetes are as follows: Ageing (40 or more than that) Blood vessel disease (e.g., damage to blood vessels in kidneys, eyes, brain, nerves, or heart) High cholesterol High blood pressure Giving birth to a large baby A history of impaired fasting glucose or prediabetes Some medical conditions such as HIV infection Psychological disorders, like depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia Polycystic ovary syndrome Sleep apnoea Diabetes symptoms (type 1 and 2) The symptoms of diabetes are based on the elevation of sugar level in your body. You can quickly experience symptoms when you have the first type of diabetes. On the other hand, you may wait a bit longer to experience diabetes signs if you have the second type. Here are some common symptoms of diabetes: A feel of frequent urination Blurred vision Extreme hunger Fatigue Frequent infections, like vaginal infections, skin or gum infections Increased thirst Irritability Slow-healing sores Diabetes Complications Complications of diabetes build gradually. The more you delay in your diabetes medication, the less control you have over your blood sugar levels. Your diabetes complications may make you disable from your daily activities or a threat to your life. Here are some of the potential complications: Nerve damage – The excess sugar level may damage the tiny blood vessel walls that nourish your nerves, particularly in your legs. Cardiovascular disease – You may an increase in several cardiovascular problems like heart attack, coronary artery disease with chest pain, narrowing of arteries and strokes. Kidney damage – Your kidneys have thousands of tiny blood vessel clusters that work as a filter and keep the waste out from your blood. Long-suffering from diabetes can damage this filtering system. Consequently, you can have kidney diseases. Hearing impairment – Most people have hearing problems when they have diabetes for a more extended period. Depression – It is common for you if you are suffering from type 1 or type 2 diabetes. Alzheimer's disease – You may have dementia if you have the second type of diabetes. Skin conditions – The chances of having fungal and bacterial infections are higher. Foot damage – You may suffer from severe infections if you leave blisters and cuts in your foot untreated. Eye damage – Gradually, diabetes can damage the vessels of your retina that can lead you to blindness. Excess growth – In your pregnancy, additional glucose can overpass the placenta, causing to have a huge baby at the time of delivery. Death- Any untreated diabetes can lead to a severe threat to your life. Diabetes Treatment You must get in touch with your physician when you feel a sudden increase in your thirst, changes in your breathing, and stomach problems. Your diabetes treatments can have more than one step. Here are some basic steps for your diabetes treatment: Diagnosis By noticing changes in your thirst, urination, and breathing habits, you can assume of having diabetes. However, a diabetes diagnosis can help you to clear your doubts in this regard. Unluckily, there is no test option for this disease at home. In the first diagnosing step, your doctor will ask for your family medical history. After that, the physician can prescribe more than one of the following lab tests to know the sugar level in your blood: 1.FPG (Fasting Plasma Glucose Test) 2.RPG (Random Plasma Glucose Test) 3.Hemoglobin A1 C Test 4.OGTT (Oral Glucose Tolerance Test) 5.Autoantibody Test Based on the test findings, the physician will decide the type of diabetes you are suffering. Medication For diabetes, several medications are available. The availability of so many diabetes medication options makes it hard for people to decide which one is the best for them. A physician with expertise in diabetic problems will determine the best medication based on the stage of your diabetic issues. Medications for type 1 diabetes can include rapid-acting injections (insulin aspart, insulin lispro, and insulin glulisine), long-acting injection (insulin glargine), and premixed injections. The medications for type 2 diabetes can include drugs like Sulfonylureas, Biguanides, Meglitinides, Thiazolidinediones, and Incretin mimetics. Prevention The saying prevention is better than cure is entirely true. You don’t need to think about diabetes treatments when you can protect yourself from being suffered from diabetes. You can keep yourself away from this health issue or improve your health if you have diabetes. Here are some useful tips for your help: 1.Have a healthy and hygienic diet at most of the times 2.Maintain a healthy weight 3.Be physically active. At least, walk or jog for half to an hour daily. 4.Stay away from stress 5.Avoid eating sweets frequently 6.Have a close watch on your blood sugar level 7.Have a sound sleep at night Home remedies There is no option for diabetes treatments if you have any diabetes. However, you can use some items like bitter guards, apple cider vinegar, barley, aloe Vera, and amla to have control over your diabetes. Conclusion Diabetes is a disease that kills you slowly. You need to take quick action and have a consultation with your physician as you notice any significant changes in your breathing, urination, hunger, and thirst habit. With proper diabetes treatment and precautions, you will have a healthy life.