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Insulin Dependent Diabetes Introduction: The facts you should know
February 6, 2009 by Justin Kaiser
Filed under Diabetes Basics
Traditionally considered to be a fairly uncommon illness, Type I diabetes affects nearly one out of every 250 people, both kids and adults, living in the US today. Although “juvenile” has long been the appellation of this type of the disease, as in Type I juvenile onset diabetes, the disease process may actually occur at any age, and appears equally among both boys and girls.
There are thousands things that can go wrong with your body. Consider this short list:
11 beta hydroxylase deficiency – Congenital deafness – Anorchia – Acne – Deafness hypogonadism syndrome – Cortical degeneration of the cerebellum parenchymatous – Cholestasis, progressive familial intrahepatic
Fortunately, even most doctors have not heard of some of these. But even though it is considered fairly uncommon, you probably know someone with Juvenile Onset Diabetes.
Symptoms
While the signs of Type I diabetes tend to be subtle in most cases, if not treated, they will in time become really severe. Some of the most common symptoms include:
Blurry vision – Frequent urination – Dry mouth, even after drinking – Heavy or labored breathing for no apparent reason – Tingling in the hands or feet – Frequent skin, vaginal, or urinary tract infections – Increased thirst – Nausea
Several serious signs associated with Type I diabetes that demand an urgent need for medical attention include:
Abdominal pain Loss of consciousness, rarely in extreme cases Fruity or sweet smelling breath Rapid breathing and heart rate
Causes
Scientists still aren’t aware of all the factors causing one to have Type I diabetes, although they do know that a tendency to the condition may be genetic. Researchers have discovered that this form of diabetes may also be caused by environmental factors that causes the wrong reaction within the body’s immune system. However, they are not sure as to the exact origins of these possible triggers.
Diagnosis
For an accurate diagnosis of Type I diabetes, your family doctor must check for abnormally high glucose levels by performing a blood test, or also testing for the presence of sugar in the urine. With today’s knowledge, there is no way to test for impending Type I diabetes, or any method to prevent this type of diabetes.
Treatment
There are many people, of all ages, who enjoy long, quite healthy lives despite having Type I diabetes. It’s imperative to keep blood sugar levels under tight control, which may be achieved by eating a good diet, exercise, and having insulin therapy on a regular basis. Anyone with this disease is require to have insulin injections in order to properly maintain their glucose level, which will also have to be tested regularly.
Without treatment, Type I diabetes may presage several serious conditions, some of which may be life-threatening. Kidney damage is a fairly frequent problem in those with the disease with a condition known as nephropathy. Other possible complications include retinopathy, which causes a loss of vision, poor blood circulation, nerve damageand instestinal problems which may also result without medical treatment.
Although a serious condition, juvenile onset diabetes is a condition that can still be successfully managed with the right medical care.
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Diabetes Weight Loss Blog – Snackisode #19 – Back on Track
November 6, 2007 by Justin Kaiser
Filed under Podcast - Diabetes and Weight Loss
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A week plagued with travel and technical difficulties… We’re back on a regular schedule…
- We’re back after a long weekend and some technical difficulties
- The lights are off and nobody’s home
- It’s cold and dark
- Family trip to TN and eating improperly
- Getting our butts kicked
- The McRib is back
- Oatmeal experimentation
- Weigh-in is tomorrow
- It’s good to be home.
- My brother the judge. Congrats Judge Chris “Zip” Westmoreland
- Blood sugar hasn’t been checked
- Life happened but it’s good to be back to normal
- Diana you’re always downing yourself…
- Taking accountability
- Diana’s goal is to still be under 295.
- Too many thinks happening – Where do you start?
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Diabetes and Weight Loss Blog – Snackisode #10 – 2nd Lowest Blood Sugar at Night
October 19, 2007 by Justin Kaiser
Filed under Podcast - Diabetes and Weight Loss
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We’re making strides… well, Justin has after falling off the Weight Watchers tracking plan over the weekend and now Diana has fallen off of the plan today… but tomorrow’s a new day. Big accomplishments…
- Diana has a new friend tracking along online. Thanks Kristina
- Skim milk is 2 points per cup… we should know that
- Diana’s pot luck. Nacho cheesy beef dip
- Justin was dissapointed… takes insulin late. 2nd lowest blood sugar at night… morning was 202 and high though.
- Insulin at night 96.
- The most effective way to avoid drive through food is to have a broken drivers window
- November is Diabetes awareness month
Have a successful week!
Justin and Diana
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Diabetes and Weight Loss Blog – Snackisode #9 – A New Weight Loss Week
October 18, 2007 by Justin Kaiser
Filed under Podcast - Diabetes and Weight Loss
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Here’s today’s show… A new weight loss week has begun… so, what will happen? Will we be good and stay on plan? This is a quick one and here are the show notes…
- Diana was pleased with her day
- Diana wants to drink water and go to bed
- Bad Justin
- Michelina’s Lasagna
- Good Justin – 2nd lowest blood sugar EVER. 86
- Pizza Hut Buffet – For a salad
- Justin has selective hearing
- 54 points of pizza for lunch
- It was a difficult decision… and a wrong decision
- I knew I couldn’t be good
- The evil siren song
- Goals for tomorrow – Justin – Lunch at work and be good. Diana – Stay away from the bad… but enjoy it at the potluck
- We’re here to help support you, but we need your support
Have a Succesful Day
Justin and Diana
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The Diabetes and Weight Loss Podcast – Snackisode #5 – We’re All NUTS
October 13, 2007 by Justin Kaiser
Filed under Podcast - Diabetes and Weight Loss
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It’s been a long and tiring day. We’ve recorded the latest show and to tell you the truth, I’m glad we’re doing it… this is the only thing keeping me on track. We’ve added the domain name http://www.diabetesweightlosspodcast.com to our show and hope that you’ll send us some comments.
We’ve been listed on iTunes in the health section and would love it if you stopped over and made a comment about the show.
Here are the highlights from todays show…
- Justin has a Go Daddy addiction
- Diana is tired, didn’t eat enough, isn’t tracking properly…
- Bacon breakfast pizza… 11 points and not worth it
- Justin has a great blood sugar in the morning 120
- Honey Roasted Peanuts from Kiwani’s… not worth it… 2 packages of peanuts… 6 servings… 4 points per serving… you do the math
- Justin drank the water.
- Lean Cuisine Steak Cheddar and Mushroom Panini… WORTH IT
- Cosmic Brownie… not worth it… 6 points
- Little Debbie 100 Calorie Nuttie Bars and Triple Fudge brownie
- Justin Night blood sugar is 134
- Working hard on it… we’re starting to accomplish something
- Diana doesn’t feel appreciated…
- Diana’s big goal – being good at the school cookout – Justin – Self Control
- Iroquois County Amateur Radio Club annual meeting – Hammies like to eat.
- Let us know what you think
- New features coming online
- We just got listed with iTunes
Thanks for listening and have a great weekend!
Justin and Diana
