Type 1 Diabetes: Symptoms, Causes and treatment - FFD

Type 1 Diabetes

According to the statistics, 537 million adults ranging between the ages of 20-79 years are living with diabetes presently, including both  Type 2 Diabetes and Type 1 diabetes.  And the total number of diabetics is projected to rise significantly to 643 million by 2030.


What is Type 1 Diabetes?


Type 1 diabetes is a chronic condition in which the pancreas produces very little to no insulin.  Type 1 diabetes (aka, juvenile diabetes or insulin-dependent diabetes), usually develops in children, young adults and teens. It can happen at any age.

Complications of Type 1 Diabetes


The 2 common complications of type 1 diabetes are hypoglycemia and diabetic ketoacidosis and one needs to know how to handle them.

Diagnostic Test for Type 1 Diabetes


The defining test for type 1 diabetes is the C-peptide test. C-peptide is co-secreted with insulin by the pancreatic beta cells in the form of pro-insulin.

Type 1 diabetes treatment


The Type 1 diabetes treatment consists of the following

  • Taking insulin

  • Monitoring consumption of carbohydrates, fat, and protein

  • Frequently monitoring blood sugar levels

  • Eating healthy foods


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