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Interesting facts about diabetes.
Diabetes is a widespread condition which is characterised by elevated levels of blood sugar in the body. Unfortunately diabetes can also cause other complications which affect the arteries and feet. In our dossier, you can learn about the differences between type 1 and 2 diabetes and how these conditions can be managed, to ensure that you are getting the most out of your day to day life!
The Most Common Diseases Related To Diabetes
DIABETIC PERIPHERAL ANGIOPATHY (DPA)
Diabetic angiopathy is one of the most common complications that arise from chronic diabetes. Patients suffering from diabetic angiopathy experience a narrowing in the arteries.
In the case of Type-2 Diabetes, the body produces enough insulin, however, the body fails to respond to the insulin and develops a resistance to insulin. This results in accumulation of blood sugar...
Patients suffering from type 1 Diabetes have little to no insulin produced by the pancreas unlike type 2 diabetes where there is enough insulin. This lack of insulin reduces the body’s ability to a...
Diabetes is a fairly common condition, characterized by an overall elevated level of blood sugar in the body. There are significant risks of long term increased levels of blood sugar. One such comp...
Frequently Asked Questions / FAQS About Diabetes
What Is The Main Cause Of Diabetes?
There are two types of diabetes, type 1 and type 2. Type 1 is primarily genetic and affects the person from a very young age. Type 2 is mainly caused by excess weight and a lack of activity, with genetic factors playing a role as well.
What Are The Early Signs Of Diabetes?
Diabetes have symptoms that will incease over time until treatment is started. This includes high levels of hunger and thirst (even when you're eating), urinating excessively, slow healing bruises and cuts, severe fatigue and blurry vision.
Does Diabetes Go Away?
There's no known cure for diabetes, however studies have shown that in some cases of people with type 2 diabetes, diet chang and weight loss can help stabilise healthy blood levels without the need for medication, but this should only ever be done with close observation from a doctor.
Can Having Too Much Sugar Cause Diabetes?
This is a common misconception as diabetes affects your body's ability to convert food into energy. While sugar does not cause diabetes, an unhealthy diet that leads to weight gain can cause type 2 diabetes in the long term.
How Do I Know If I Have Diabetes?
If you're displaying symptoms like frquent urination, vision problems, increased hunger and thirst, fatigue or slow healing of wounds, you should speak to your doctor and get tested for diabetes to get a medical diagnosis and treatment plan.
How Long Can You Live With Diabetes?
Diabetes changes from person to person, but in most cases, type 1 diabetes can reduce the life expectancy by 10 to 20 years, while type 2 can reduce it by up to 10 years. However maintining treatment and a healthy lifestyle can help to extend your lifespan.
What's The Difference Between Type 1 And 2 Diabetes?
Type 1 diabetes is primarily genetic and occurs when the body cannot produce its own insulin, meaning they're not able to regulate the sugar levels in their blood. Type 2 diabetes occurs when the body doesn't respond to insulin properly, and then progresses so that it can't produce insulin fast enough, leading to the same result.
Does Exercise Help With Diabetes?
Exercise has shown to be highly effective in managing type 2 diabetes and mitigating the risk of complications like vascular issues, heart failure and other problems. While it has no direct benefit for type 1 diabetes, it does help to prevent issues exacerbating it.
What Foods Help Treat Diabetes?
Eating the right food can help to control and manage diabetes, mainly type 2 but also type 1. These include fatty fish like salmon, sardines and anchovies, as well as leafy greens, beans, broccoli, avocado, strawberries, nuts, greek yoghurt and chia and flax seeds.
