Being diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes is a frightening moment in a life, but it does not have to be a burden. Knowing what type 1 diabetes is can be extremely helpful in caring and treating it while allowing you to live a normal, happy lifestyle.
Type 1 diabetes is a disease that occurs when your pancreas does not produce any or enough insulin. Insulin is a hormone that breaks down your food for energy. In order for your body to absorb the glucose (sugar) from the meals you eat, you must have insulin injections. There are many different types of insulin manufactured in the United States. Each is used and made differently, as well as differ greatly in price.
Type I diabetes often causes quick weight loss, even though you may have increased the amount of food you eat. It can also cause you to always feel tired, it can make you feel nauseous, and give you blurry vision. Type 1 Diabetes is also known to have dry mouth, bad breath, and slowed healing as symptoms as well.
If you ever feel nauseous, weak, extremely thirsty, go to the doctor. If you are urinating frequently; have stomach pain; or are breathing harder than normal, and your breath kind of smells like nail polish remover, you may need immediate medical attention for ketoacidosis, a potentially deadly complication of Type I diabetes.
In order to avoid developing hypoglycemia (low blood sugar), you may need to quickly eat a snack (something with carbs and healthy sugars) to prevent more serious complications. The tell tale signs of hypoglycemia are; weakness, fainting spells, rapid heartbeat, trembling, excessive sweating. You may also feel irritable, hungry, or suddenly drowsy.
Being aware of the signs and symptoms of Type I diabetes, especially if it runs in your family, you may save a life.
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