how does a child develop type one diabetes?
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Diabetes mellitus type 1 is a disease of pancreatic insufficiency.  It can be inherited, leading to autoimmune destruction of the pancreatic islets (containing the beta cells which produce insulin).  There are environmental associations with virii (mumps, coxsackie, cytomegalovirus, hepatitus virii).  Breast feeding is questionably protective.  Diets high in nitrosamines (a known cancer-causing agent found in cured meats), and environmental toxins may also be associated.
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=========\ninterference with insulin production \n\nA sufficiently serious infection of the pancreas could cause enough destruction to induce Type 1 diabetes directly (destroyed beta cells, no insulin production). And, since Type 1 is most commonly an auto-immune disease in which the immune system has attacked and destroyed the insulin producing beta cells, anything which can start this misdirected response will do. Generally, it's thought  that it is viral infections which are mostly at fault: German measles, several of the Coxsackie family viruses, etc. It is probably not impossible that some bacterial infection could do more or less the same thing, but it's not generally seen clinically. \n\n=====================\nassociated issues\n\nThe increased glucose levels in the blood of diabetics are a help to many bacteria, so it's likely they will have an easier time being active in diabetics. And, diabetics very often have impaired  circulation which helps some bacterial infections since the immune system has reduced access to them. If this is bad enough, it can lead to the too common infections which are the cause of gangrene and of amputation. And, finally, there are some reports that diabetics' immune systems are somewhat less effective than non-diabetics'. But none of these are, quite, 'increased development of diabetes' due to bacterial infections.
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I caution you to be very careful when self-treating diabetes.  It is an extremely tenuous condition, and monitoring you blood glucose is imperitive.  While elevated blood sugar may give you no symptoms now, in the long run, there are SERIOUS complications!  (Including blindness, nerve problems, heart problems, amputations,etc).  Please, please, please monitor your blood glucose.  Be under the care of a physician.\n\nAnother note - Type I (childhood) diabetes is much less controllable with diet - your body simply does not have the cells to pruduce insulin.  Type II can sometimes respond to changes in diet.
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Hi!  My son was diagnosed almost a year ago with type 1 so I understand how you are feeling.  There is no cure for diabetes.  Yes, God can heal him but all you can do is pray for that and deal with the diabetes until then because it may never happen.  God would not have given you this precious little boy to take care of had you not been able to take care of him the way he deserves to be taken care of.  My heart goes out to you and I pray that God gives you the peace that he has given me to deal with this.  I believe that both of our sons will be better people because of this.  More compassionate and sensitive to others with disabilities.  If there is anything I can help you with or any questions I can answer or if you just need someone who has been there to vent to please email me at randareed1126@yahoo.com.  There is also a message board for parents of children with type 1 on the American Diabetes Association website that has an amazing support system.  Any questions you have someone will have the answer.  There are so many caring parents on their that have felt all the things we have felt and been through it all!  Here is the link to The Place for Parents messageboard http://community.diabetes.org/n/pfx/forum.aspx?nav=messages&webtag=adaparents  \n\nGod bless you and your son.  You will be in my prayers.
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diabetes is a disease inhertited from your parents, or somewhere in you blood line...junk food wont give it to you ,,smiles...but when in doubt get youre self checked out and find out about youre family tree....i will tell you this, type 2 can be casued by diet, as you get older as in my case...good luck
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Yes, it's called Double Diabetes and it's getting more common.  The diagnosis will remain type 1 however, but oral meds may need to be added.
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Diabetes comes in 2 forms....Type 1 which is insulin dependant and occurs in young children and cant be cured.......Its caused by the bodies ammune system attacking the part of the pancreas that makes insulin......The symtoms are thirst, excessive drinking due to the dody trying to rid itself of sugar, lethargy and a general feeling of unwellness......\n\nType 2 diabetes is usually due to incorrect lifestyle and is known to be hereditary......Lack of excercise, bad diet and weight gain are the general cause of this disease......Treatment maybe a change in diet and excercise, some people require tablets and in certain cases may require insulin injections......But if managed properly this is only required in extreme circumstances.....\n\nAs the mother of a child with type 1 diabetes and the relative of parents with type 2 diabetes, i hope this is helpful.....
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She most likely has gestational diabetes, which in reality is a form of Type II diabetes. She will most likely only have this type of diabetes during her pregnancy. However, most women who only develop diabetes during pregnancy, end up developing diabetes type II about 10 years later in life anyway. Diabetes type II is somewhat genetic, but is mostly due to the environment you live, the amount of physical activity you get and your diet. Exercise is probably the most important things to do if someone if your family has diabetes. Do your best to eat lots of vegetables and small amounts of fats. Exercise as often as possible, even if it means parking your car in the furthest parking spot when going to the store, at least you'll get an additional 5 minutes of walking exercise. If you have any questions, email me personally, I'm a current nursing student.
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Type 2 diabetes is a lifelong disease that develops when the pancreas cannot produce enough insulin or when the body's tissues become resistant to insulin. \n\nThis usually develops in adults although it can develop at any age. \n\nType 2 diabetes is caused by insulin resistance, which occurs when the body's cells and tissues do not respond properly to insulin. Your weight, level of physical activity, and family history affect how your body responds to insulin. People who are overweight, get little or no exercise, or have diabetes in their family have an increased risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
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Yes, a friend of mine didn't know she had Type I diabetes until she got pregnant at 26! But, she's gotten used to it and just had her 3rd baby!!!
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There are two types of Diabetes.  Type I which is related to the bodys ability to produce and process insulin.  Type II is often related to obesity and insulin tolerance.\n\nAbout Diabetes:\n\nhttp://www.kidshealth.org/kid/diabetes_basics/\n\nType I Diabetes:\n\nWith type 1, the person may have the opposite problem - weight loss. Before they know they have type 1 diabetes, kids may lose weight because their bodies can't use glucose properly. Once someone knows they have type 1 diabetes and gets treatment, he or she usually gets back to a healthy weight. \n\nThis type of Diabetes almost always permanently requires medication such as insulin to manage this disease.  There are newer and better medications and testing supplies being developed all the time.\n\nType II Diabetes:\n\nDiabetes and Your Weight\nBeing overweight is directly related to type 2 diabetes. Most people are overweight when they first find out they have it. The extra weight can make it harder for their bodies to use sugar, or glucose (say: gloo-kose), the way it should. \n\nThat's why people who have type 2 diabetes will be encouraged to get to a healthy weight by eating right and getting regular exercise. Exercise not only burns calories, but it can also help the body use insulin (say: in-suh-lin) better. This makes it easier to keep blood sugar levels on track.\n\nMany persons who have Type II Diabetes can make it go away when they return to a normal weight for their body structure.\n\n(I am sorry, the poster named 'Mom' is incorrect in this instance)
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Type I - genetic inability for the pancreas to produce sufficient insulin to regulate blood glucose levels. Not your fault.\nType II - Inability of the body to regulate blood glucose levels, comes on later in life, maybe brought on my genetics, maybe your poor diet, diet/exercise ratio, or both. Your fault.
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There are several causes for diabetes, but mostly the condition is caused by heredity (meaning your family history of the condition, etc.). There are different types of diabetes. Type 1 diabetics do not produce any insulin at all and are forced to use synthetic insulin injections on a daily basis to control their blood sugar levels. Type 2 diabetics usually do produce insulin, but their bodies reject the insulin or the amount produced is not enough. Type 2 diabetes is usually treated with diet, exercise, and oral medications. However, some Type 2 diabetics due require insulin injections as well. \n\nPrecautions and / or preventative measures that you can take to lower your risk for developing diabetes include:\n-- Eat a well-balanced healthy diet. Limit your carb and sugar intake as much as possible. \n-- Maintain a healthy weight for your body type. Being overweight increases your risk for diabetes. \n-- Maintain healthy cholesterol and lipid / triglyceride levels. \n-- Exercise on a daily basis. Physical activity will lower your weight, cholesterol, and other factors relating to the risk of developing diabetes.\n\nTalk to your doctor about a prevention plan unique to you. \n\nUnfortunately, there is no cure for diabetes at this point. There are excellent treatment options available and most people who are medically treated, live happy, healthy lives. \n\nGood luck and best wishes...
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Diabetes 1 results from the inability of the body to produce insulin.  Insulin is necessary for the body to be able to use and regulate sugar.  Unfortunately, there's no cure for diabetes 1.  However, the treatment available today is great, and prognosis for people living with Diabetes 1 is very positive.  Diabetes 1 is serious, but people with diabetes can live long, healthy, happy lives.  For more information, be sure to visit American Diabetes Association (www.diabetes.org)
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Type 1 Diabetes: Also called juvenile diabetes or early-onset diabetes. Seen in young adults. Thought to be due to destruction of beta-islet cells of pancreas(that secrete insulin) by an immune mediated process. Only treatment is life-long insulin supplementation.\n\nType 2 Diabetes: Usually seen in middle-aged obese people. It is thought to occur due to resistance of body cells to the action of insulin. It is treated by drugs that increase the senstiveness of body cells to action of insulin or increase the release of insulin from pancreas. May need insulin supplementation as disease progresses/worsens. It can be prevented by maintaing proper body weight; taking less of high-calorie food-stuffs; exercising regularly.
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Diabetics has type I(A) and Type II (B). Mostly type II are related to environment. The S/S like thirsty, fading,tired, sleepy all the day, someone told you that your oral odour smell like sugar... \n\nWhen more severe, skin itchy, eye problem may happen.\n\nyou can consult with your physician or perform some blood glucose examination to see whether your blood glucose level is high or low
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You don't get infected by it.  Two types of diabetes, one type is hereditary and the other, adult onset diabetes, is usually due to obesity, poor diet, lack of excersise and other health problems.