According to the report of The Lancet Diabetes and Endocrinology, these 10 countries are India, USA, Brazil, China, Germany, Spain, Canada, UK, Russia and Saudi Arabia. Type-1 Diabetes Most of the people are affected by According to this 2021 report, about 8.4 million people are currently in the grip of this disease, which is likely to increase from 13.5 million to 17.5 million in 2040. In such a situation, you are also at risk of this disease. If you want to prevent it, start taking necessary measures in time.
What is type 1 diabetes
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, type 1 diabetes was once called insulin-dependent or juvenile diabetes. It is more commonly developed in children, adolescents and young adults. But it can happen at any age. If you have type 1 diabetes, it means that your pancreas does not make insulin or makes too little insulin.
Difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes
According to the Diabetes Organization of the UK, the main difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes is that type 1 diabetes is a genetic condition that often begins to show up at a young age. At the same time, type 2 is mainly related to the lifestyle that develops over time. In type 1 diabetes, your immune system attacks or destroys the insulin-producing cells in your pancreas. Due to which they cannot make insulin.
Symptoms of type 1 diabetes
- feeling more thirsty than usual
- excessive urination
- bed wetting
- To be very hungry
- weight loss
- feeling irritable
- feeling tired and weak
- blurred vision
cause of type 1 diabetes
According to the Mayo Clinic, the exact cause of type 1 diabetes is unknown. Ordinarily, the body’s own immune system – which normally fights off harmful bacteria and viruses – destroys the insulin-producing (islet) cells in the pancreas. Due to which a person becomes a victim of type-1 diabetes. It is related to genetics or exposure to viruses and other environmental factors.
How to prevent type 1 diabetes
So far no way has been found to prevent type 1 diabetes. But researchers are working on preventing the disease and further damage to islet cells in people who have been diagnosed. But to avoid this disease, measures like healthy food, regular exercise, controlling blood pressure and cholesterol can help you.
How to diagnose type 1 diabetes
This disease can be diagnosed with a simple blood test. Contact a doctor immediately if you or your child shows symptoms of this disease. He will do a blood test to rule out type 1 diabetes.
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Disclaimer: This article is for general information only. It cannot in any way be a substitute for any medicine or treatment. Always contact your doctor for more details.