...Diabetes is a disease that occurs when the body cannot use insulin properly. Another reason that diabetes may occur is because the body doesn’t make enough of the hormone insulin. 23.6 million People in the United States have diabetes. When diagnosed with diabetes, people can live a normal life if they manage it correctly (Family Doctor). Diabetes is a complex disease which is categorized into a few different types and requires a variety of treatments. There are two types of diabetes as well as Pre-diabetes. Prediabetes occurs when blood sugar levels are high, but not so high that the doctor can say that its diabetes. Pre-diabetes is becoming more common in the United States. This type of diabetes greatly increases the risk of getting type...
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...Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes Thesis: Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes are two diseases that can be compared and contrasted according to the type. Diabetes Diabetes mellitus is a condition in which the pancreas no longer produces insulin. Diabetes can be classified according to two types; * Type 1 * Type 2 Compare and contrast Type 1 and Type 2 * Similarities * Differences Preventative Measures * Prevention * Causes * Treatment Type 1 and 2 diabetes are two diseases that can be compared and contrasted according to the type. A. Type 1 The pancreas no longer makes insulin or an extremely amount of insulin. B. Type 2 The body neither uses its insulin effectively, nor does it produce enough insulin. Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes are two diseases that can be compared and contrasted according to their similarities and differences. A. Similarities Both are genetic diseases Both have similar complications Treatment B. Differences Symptoms Complications Risks Preventive Management A. Type 1 Balanced Healthy Diet Exercise Medication B. Type 2 Insulin management Balanced Healthy Diet Exercise Conclusion A. Diabetes mellitus is a group of diseases characterized by a high level of blood glucose resulting from defects in insulin secretion and insulin action. B. Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes can be compared and contrasted in; Type of diabetes,...
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...This purpose of this paper is to explain what causes diabetes and the associated effects this condition has on the organs and systems within the body. Diabetes mellitus has been known to have an effect on nearly every part of the body and has been linked to conditions like hypertension, and diabetic neuropathy. Recently there has been a significant increase in the number of cases of Diabetes mellitus within the United States alone the number of cases has dramatically increased over the last decade. This increase does not only affect the U.S. but a majority of the world. The increase has been seen in both type one and type two. Many of the areas have correlating health issues associated with Diabetes mellitus. It is most prevalent in the North...
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...“What is Diabetes Mellitus?” Definition: Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disease in which the pancreas is no longer able to produce enough insulin (Type 1) or cells stop responding to the insulin that is being produced (Type 2), so that glucose in the blood cannot be absorbed into the cells of the body. Symptoms often include frequent urination, lethargy, excessive thirst, and hunger. The treatment for this disease includes changes in diet, oral medications, and in some cases, daily injections of insulin. Historical Background Diabetes mellitus was first described in ancient Egypt. It was first named by Aretaeus in the 1st century A.D. In the 2nd century, Galenus blamed the cause of diabetes on, kidney weakness. There were several theories...
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...In this article I will be talking about diabetes. I have chosen diabetes because my grandmother has it and I would like to know what it is and what diabetes does. I have always wondered why diabetics have to take insulin. I will be talking about the disease and its symptoms, possible treatments if possible, and healthful behaviors that can help prevent a person from getting the disease if possible. There are two type of diabetes, type one diabetes and type two diabetes. Type one diabetes is a chronic condition in which the pancreas produces little or no insulin. Type two diabetes is a chronic condition that affects the way the body processes blood sugar. The symptoms of diabetes are frequent urination, thirst, weight gain, blurred...
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...Ready, Set, Breathe, As You Live With Asthma; Plus Why Be in Shock When You Have Diabetes, Get the Facts Tammy Givens COM/155 3-31-2013 Damian Kodgis Ready, Set, Breathe, As You Live With Asthma; Plus Why Be in Shock When You Have Diabetes, Get the Facts Asthma and diabetes are two chronic diseases that have something in common with each other. The one thing in common they have, is of that when a person has one or the other, both of the chronic diseases need medicine to help them stay alive and keep healthy. If the situation does not get taken care of right away, or is not taken care of properly, the person could die from it. Also when you are diagnosed with either disease, you can have them for the rest of your life. However, these two diseases can be contrasted with each other, since diabetes is found in the blood and Asthma is found in the lungs. You must include exercise in your daily routine not only if you have asthma, but also when you have diabetes. When you have asthma you can exercise, just not as vigorously as those without the disease. When having asthma and diabetes, it can be a lifelong process, but with the proper care, people may still live healthy and have active lives. Taking medicine for both of the diseases can prolong your life if taken the way they were prescribed. Asthma and diabetes can be particularly deadly if you do not take care of yourself after you have been diagnosed with them. When I have an asthma attack, it feels like my lungs...
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...Diabetes Mellitus Michelle McCormick SCI/163 June 24, 2013 Charles Ware Diabetes Mellitus Diabetes mellitus is a disease affecting millions of people each year, according to the American Diabetes Association in 2011 8.3% or 25.8 million Americans suffer with diabetes. Diabetes is a disease where the body does not produce insulin, does not produce enough insulin, or does not react properly to insulin. Insulin is a hormone the pancreas releases to allow blood glucose to enter cells to produce energy and growth. Without the proper amounts of insulin, the glucose gets trapped in the bloodstream causing dangerously high blood sugar levels. This can cause many problems with one’s health, such as comas, heart attacks, seizures, and strokes. The term “diabetes,” originating in Greece in second century A.D. by Aretus the Cappadocian, meaning “siphon” describes a patient who passes to much water or in other words, urinates too frequently. He named this condition diabainein later translated into the English term diabetes. In 1675 the word “mellitus” was added by Thomas Willis to increase to quality of the meaning. Mel in Latin means honey, which describes the sweet aroma of a diabetic’s urine. Ancient China coined this “The Sweet Urine Disease.” There are three types of diabetes even though most people will say there are only two. The first is the least common affecting only 5% to 10% of people diagnosed with diabetes. This is called type one diabetes, but you may also hear people refer...
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...EVIDENCED BASED PRACTICE RESEARCH- TYPE 1 DIABETES MELLITUS IN CHILDREN EBP RESEARCH- TYPE 1 DIABETES MELLITUS IN CHILDREN EVIDENCED BASED PRACTICE RESEARCH- TYPE 1 DIABETES IN CHILDREN According to Health Encyclopedia, “The most common type of diabetes in children is type 1 diabetes… [It] is one of the most common chronic diseases in children… [It] accounts for 5 percent of all diagnosed cases of diabetes in the U.S” (Pat, 2015). Type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM) is also known as juvenile, brittle, sugar and insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus. The focus of this paper will be on understanding how T1DM is diagnosed and identifying a research or evidence-based article that focuses comprehensively on a specific intervention or new diagnostic tool for the treatment of diabetes in children. Forms of Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus There are two forms of this disease. They are idiopathic type 1 and immune-mediated diabetes. Idiopathic type 1 diabetes is diabetes with no identifiable cause; i.e. unknown cause while Immune- mediated diabetes; the most common form of type 1 diabetes results from the body’s immune system attacking and destroying pancreatic cells thereby prohibiting its cells from producing little to no insulin. Research suggest that environment, virus, family history or genetic may play a role in increasing the risk and likelihood of having T1DM and or the body attacking its own cells (autoimmunity). Further...
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...How diabetes affects the gene pool. Specific purpose: To inform the audience on the effects the development of diabetes on heredity. Thesis: Diabetes is a common (sometimes preventable) disease that can affect your offspring for generations to come. (INTRODUCTION) 1. When we think about Diabetes all kinds of things may come to mind. For me I always think of Wilford Brimly in that commercial saying “I can get my oatmeal and diabetes prescriptions delivered at little or no cost to me!” Sounds funny, but is not… 2. There are nearly twenty-three million people in the United States who have been diagnosed with diabetes. a) Nearly six million people are unaware that they are suffering from the disease. Diabetes is a common illness that has no known cure. b) Diabetes can become fatal if left untreated therefore, is important to understand the risk factors, symptoms and causes of diabetes . 3. For nearly two thousand years diabetes has been recognized as a deadly disease. In the early seventeenth century a doctor would diagnosis a person with diabetes by tasting their urine. a) If the urine had a sweet taste, you were diagnosed with diabetes. Thank the Gods we’ve come so far, cause we’d have a significant lower numbers of Grads going on into medicine. b) Anyone can develop diabetes too. Poor diet and lack of exercise can contribute to many different health problems for you, but what about your gene pool...
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...Note This paper is being submitted on September 8, 2013, for LeeAnn Wisnowski’s NU205 Section 04 Human Nutrition – 2013 Summer Quarter Course. Diabetes Type 1 Diabetes Type 1 is a disorder characterized as Insulin deficiency which means there is not enough insulin being made by the pancreas. Diabetes Type 1 is the most common endocrine disorder. Sixteen million Americans have Diabetes Type 1, yet many are not aware of it. African – Americans, Hispanics, and Native Americans have a higher rate of developing diabetes during their lifetime. Diabetes Type 1 has potential long term complications that can affect the kidneys, eyes, heart, blood vessels, and nerves. This paper will describe briefly the role nutrition plays on Diabetes Type 1, the etiology, the progression, the treatment, nursing interventions and patient education related to patients with Diabetes Type 1. The epidemic of diabetes must be battled with great urgency both because of its medical implications and economic strain that it exerts on the world. Science has yet to provide a way to prevent type 1 diabetes. However, there are no high – quality data on the efficacy of dietary intervention for the prevention of the disease. You should eat a healthy diet. This diet is the same that is recommended for everyone. The idea that you need special food if you have diabetes is a myth. Diabetic foods still raise your blood glucose levels, contain just as much fat and calories and are usually more expensive than non –...
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...Health and Psychology HCA 250 Angela C. Final Assignment Week 9 Instructor: E. G. Psychology’s Relation To Diabetes Diabetic Overview Viewed as a metabolic disorder, the cells in the body do not respond appropriately to the insulin present in the body of a person with type 2 diabetes. This is due to the dysfunction of the insulin-producing beta cells in the pancreas that can result in insulin resistance or insulin deficiency. Risk factors that can contribute to the development of type two diabetes include obesity, aging, a less active lifestyle, and unhealthy dietary habits that include food high in saturated and trans fats and certain pre-existing medical conditions. Other medical risk factors that may exacerbate or give rise to type-two diabetes include hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic pancreatitis, glucocorticoid drugs, and Cushing’s syndrome. Monitoring blood glucose levels with a glucose meter can help in both prevention and treatment. Dietary modification which includes a high fiber intake, increased exercise levels, maintaining a normal body weight and being a non-smoker and moderate alcohol drinker can play a significant role in prevention and treatment. Treatment can also be provided through the administration of different insulin formulations either orally or through subcutaneous injection. Type 1 diabetes is similar yet very distinct in its cause. The beta cells in the pancreas are attacked in what is believed to be an...
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...Diabetes Mellitus Sheri Shillingford February 18th 2018 Problem Statement: Overweight and Obesity are a distinctive risk factors for type II diabetes in America. Background Information The pancreas is long organ, weighing approximately 70-100 grams. It is sandwiched between the lower spinal area and the stomach. The pancreas is made up of three parts, the head, body and tail and is both an endocrine and exocrine gland. Endocrine glands release chemical substances straight into the bloodstream called hormones; whereas exocrine glands release chemicals through ducts. Chemicals released through exocrine ducts are called enzymes. Insulin and glucagon are the two hormones secreted by the pancreas that regulates blood glucose levels. Homeostasis of glucose in the blood is important so that cells could function efficiently. After consuming a caloric meal, the glucose in the blood increases, causing the beta cells in the pancreas to secrete insulin, which leads to the stimulation of glucose absorption via muscle, adipose tissue and liver. When blood glucose levels drop below homeostasis, the alpha cells in the pancreas produces glucagon which raises the glucose levels by stimulating the liver to metabolize triglycerides into glucose and releasing it in the blood....
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...is a risk of diabetes and cancer. As for what types of cancer the only one I am positive about is colon cancer. I do not know very much about my father or his family. My grandfather and my aunt both have diabetes this is on my mother’s side so I feel this makes me at risk for diabetes. According to the American Diabetes Association, diabetes affected as many as 23.6 million adults and children in the United States as of 2007. Diabetes conditions develop when the body becomes unable to metabolize available glucose, or sugar materials. Because glucose acts as the primary fuel for cells, this inability can cause serious medical conditions to develop when left untreated. Diabetes can be inherited from a parent through a genetic trait; however, its actual development may rely on the presence of certain environmental conditions. Type one diabetes genes alone is not enough to give someone the disease. Unlike some traits, diabetes does not seem to be inherited in a simple pattern. Yet two factors are important. You inherit a predisposition to the disease then something in your environment triggers it. In most cases of type one the person needs to inherit risk factors form both parents. They also believe white people have more risk factors than any other culture because whites have the highest rate of type 1 diabetes. So who are at risk? If an immediate relative (parent, brother, sister, son or daughter) has type 1 diabetes, one's risk of developing type 1 diabetes is 10 to 20...
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...Approximately 17 million Americans have diabetes.(Lamb) As many as one-half are unaware they have it. This chronic disease causes serious health complications including renal failure, heart disease, stroke, and blindness. It is a condition in which the pancreas no longer produces enough insulin or cells stop responding to the insulin that is produced. Then glucose in the blood is not able to be absorbed into the cells of the body.(Kishore) The cells in the human body need energy in order to function. Glucose is the body's primary energy source. It is a simple sugar resulting from the digestion of foods containing carbohydrates. It circulates in the blood from the foods that are digested as a ready energy source for any cells that need it. Insulin is a hormone or chemical produced by cells in the pancreas, it is located behind the stomach. It bonds to a receptor site on the outside of cell and goes into the cell through which glucose can enter. Glucose can be saved for later use by converting to concentrated energy sources like glycogen or fatty acids. When there is not enough insulin produced , glucose stays in the blood rather entering the cells. The body will attempt to dilute the high level of glucose in the blood, which called hyperglycemia. Hyperglycemia acts by drawing water out of the cells and into the bloodstream, to dilute the sugar and excrete it in the urine. People with undiagnosed diabetes to be constantly thirsty, drink large quantities of water, and urinate...
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...Juvenile Diabetes Juvenile diabetes, also known as Type 1 diabetes mellitus is an immune mediated disease. It is a chronic condition that cannot be cured. This type of diabetes requires the person to self-medicate with synthetic human insulin. Juvenile diabetes can affect many organs in the body like the brain, heart, and lungs. A person can have mild to moderate signs and symptoms relating to the diabetes. There are several diagnostic tests that can help determine if diabetes is present. Having a healthy life style [The preceding two words are spelled as one word] and following a healthy diet can help maintain diabetes. Many famous people live with the disease today and are able to [Wordiness--"are able to" means simply "can"] live happy, normal lives. Juvenile diabetes is an insulin dependent disease, meaning people with juvenile diabetes are dependent on synthetic “human” insulin. Their pancreas no longer produces the insulin needed to survive so they have to use synthetic “human” insulin to replace what the body is not making. Synthetic “human” insulin is insulin made using genetic engineering, also known as biosynthetic recombinant “human” insulin. It is grown in E Coli. Insulin is what helps the glucose enter the body ["is what" is awkward. Adjusting for capitalization, try something like "Insulin helps the glucose enter the body"] ’s cells and what provides energy to the tissues and muscles. It works as a lock and key mechanism that allows...
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