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Common Drugs and Their Uses
The five drugs that are discussed in this article are Ibuprofen
which is a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that is
commonly used for relief of Arthritis, Warfarin which is an
anticoagulant drug commonly prescribed by doctors to...
Diabetic illness does'nt make pain - so you don't feel it!
Recognizing diabetes mellitus is difficult already
Many gotten sick ones do not come at all on the idea, it could be sugar ill. With many complaints diabetes frequently different causes are assumed. A healthy sugar household functions as...
The 3-A-Day Dairy Diet - Another Diet Fad Flop
Let's take a food already synonymous with several Western societies, the ones with the highest obesity rates in the world, and convince people that it's the key to weight loss. Brilliant marketing scheme! Just one minor flaw, they forgot to take...
The Importance of Physical Activity
Regular activity, fitness and exercise, are critical for the health and well being of people of all ages. Research shows that everyone , young or old can benefit from regular exercise, either vigourous or moderate. Even very old adults can...
Why is America Overweight?
We know that being overweight causes many health problems. It increases the risk of fatal diseases like diabetes, heart disease, and cancer. But what is at the root of the obesity problem in America? There are two basic causes for becoming...
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Diabetes, Recognizing the Signs, and Symptoms
Do you find yourself going to the bathroom more than usual? Are you unusually hungry or thirsty? Is fatigue a normal, everyday feeling? Does spontaneous, blurred vision interfere with you daily life? If this sounds like you, you may have Diabetes. Diabetes effects over sixteen million Americans, and many people are unaware they have it. Every day, 2,200 new cases of Diabetes are diagnosed in the United States. Diabetes is characterized by a high level of sugar in the blood, as a result of defective insulin secretion, or insulin resistance. Although we tend to group all people with Diabetes together, the truth is that there are two different types of Diabetes that are similar in their elevated blood sugar, but different in many other ways.
Type 1 Diabetes is usually diagnosed in children, and young adults. It is characterized by the Pancreas’ inability to produce insulin. It is thought that this inability arises from an autoimmune condition. Basically the body is killing its own insulin producing cells. The symptoms of type 1 Diabetes are very obvious, frequent urination, increased thirst, and weight loss. The onset is usually abrupt, and severe. In addition, having type 1 Diabetes increases your risk for many serious complications, heart disease, blindness, nerve damage, and kidney damage. Treatment consists of intermediate or long-acting insulin (taken once or twice daily) with fast- or rapid-acting insulin injections taken at mealtimes.
Type 2 Diabetes often develops rather insidiously, showing few or no symptoms. The symptoms are
similar to type 1, however they develop gradually over time. This may explain why it often goes undetected at first. The cells of the body being resistant to insulin characterize the most common form of diabetes, type 2. The Pancreas still produces insulin, however the body cannot use it efficiently. Type 2 usually develops in men or women over 40 years of age, characterized by obesity, and lack of physical activity. In particular, people who are an "apple-shape" - with lots of fat around the abdomen - are at greater risk of developing diabetes. Type 2 Diabetes runs in families, and is particularly common among people of African-Caribbean or Asian origin. Similarly, having type 2 Diabetes increases your risk for many serious complications, as type 1. Unlike type 1, type 2 Diabetes can usually be controlled with diet, exercise or medicines.
If you suspect you may have Diabetes, it is important to see your doctor, especially if you fall into any of the categories previously mentioned. Discovering you have Diabetes is frightening, don't panic, people with Diabetes can live long, healthy, happy lives. Eat right and exercise. It's a simple prescription that will keep you healthy, whether you have diabetes or not.
About the author:
Dr. Jay B Stockman O.D. is a contributing editor for Vision Update and a practicing Doctor of Optometry. He has extensive experience in Diabetes Management. Visit http://visionupdate.net/for more information.
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