DISEASE

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Last updated 1:39 AM on 1/21/23
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TYPE 1 DIABETES SYMPTOMS
* toilet
* thirst
* tired
* thinner
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TYPE 2 DIABETES
* increased thirst
* dry mouth
* frequent urination
* headaches
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TYPE 1 DIABETES
* the body's immune system destroys pancreatic beta cells (cells that release insulin)
* commonly strikes young children and adults
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TYPE 1 DIABETES - RISK FACTORS
* genetics
* autoimmune environmental factors
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TYPE 1 DIABETES TREATMENT
* can’t be cured
* insulin injections
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TYPE 2 DIABETES
* the body is resistant to its own insulin
* causes include: age, family history, ethnic origins
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TYPE 2 DABETES LONG TERM EFFECTS
* potential blindness
* nephroathy that may lead to renal failure
* foot ulcers, amputation
* sexual dysfunction
* cardiovascular disease
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TYPE 2 DIABETES MANAGEMENT
* diet and exercise
* insulin therapy
* oral hypoglycaemic therapy
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TYPE 2 DIABETES TREATMENT
no cures available but medication is available to reduce blood glucose levels