Essay On Type 1 Diabetes

Diabetes is the seventh leading cause of death in the United States, and yet there are still so many people who are poorly informed on what it is. There are two main forms of diabetes; type one and type two. Both can occur at completely different stages in life, but can be equally dangerous. Diabetes, whether acquired during one's youth or long after, can be difficult to manage without the proper guidance. Today, with a vast quantity of people being diagnosed with this disease in the United States, it is vital to be aware of what it is, how to recognize the symptoms, and more importantly how to treat it.

To begin with, type one diabetes (also referred to as juvenile diabetes) is known to affect children and young adults. This form of diabetes is caused by the body’s inability to produce the necessary amount of insulin -a hormone used to break down sugars. The cause is undetermined , but it is thought to be due to the immune system failing to recognize the beta cells in the pancreas that are used in the process of breaking down sugars as helpful rather than harmful. It can be recognized by the following symptoms; thirst, increased urination, hunger, fatigue, blurred vision, nausea, and weight gain/loss. Type one diabetes can’t be completely cured, and could be lifelong. However, it

This form of diabetes is characterized by the body’s inability to use the insulin it produces properly. The two main causes of adult onset diabetes are genetics and lifestyle where poor dieting leads to insulin resistance.The symptoms of type two diabetes are the same as the ones found among those with type one -thirst, increased urination, fatigue, etc. Treatment is also focused on the same idea; maintaining insulin and blood sugar at the correct levels. Diet and exercise play a major role, and insulin injections help aid in breaking down sugars and preventing occurrence of