I. Explanation
Diabetes mellitus type I, Type I diabetes, T1D, insulin dependent diabetes, or juvenile diabetes is an autoimmune disease, a form of diabetes mellitus where the body`s immune system mistakenly identifies the insulin-producing beta cells in the pancreas as foreign cells, hence, it attacks, and destroys them. As a consequence, the pancreas stops producing insulin, thus the body is unable to generate or use, and properly store glucose (a form of sugar that helps to create energy) in an efficient way. Therefore, glucose builds up in the bloodstream prompting levels of blood sugar to rise dangerously, which could damage eyes, kidneys, nerves, and the heart; if untreated diabetes type I can lead to coma or death. Ultimately, this …show more content…
Moreover, the A1C test is a blood test that reveals the average of an individual`s blood glucose levels over the past three months, the higher the percentage the higher the individual’s blood glucose level. A normal A1C level is below 5.7, an A1C above 5.7 to 6.4 percent suggest pre-diabetes, and A1C level above 6.4 percent suggests diabetes. On the other hand, the FPG test measures the blood glucose in a person who has fasted for at least 8 hours, and is normally performed in the morning to enhance accuracy. Individuals with a fasting glucose level of 100 to 125 mg/dL have impaired fasting glucose (IFG), or pre-diabetes. A level of 126 mg/dL or above, confirmed by repeating the test on another day, indicates that a person has diabetes. Besides, the FPG test is the most commonly used test for diagnosing diabetes because of its convenience and low price. Finally, the OGTT measures blood glucose after a person fasts for at least 8 hours and 2 hours after the person drinks a liquid containing 75 grams of glucose dissolved in water. If the 2-hour blood glucose level falls between 140 and 199 mg/dL, the person has pre-diabetes. If confirmed by a second test, a 2-hour glucose level of 200 or above means a person has …show more content…
Although, in the long run there is the possibility of developing serious complications later in life, including hypoglycemia, diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA), diabetic nephropathy, diabetic lens, diabetic retinopathy, diabetic diarrhea, Hyperinsulemia, hearth complications. In conclusion, the early diagnosis and treatment of the condition can improve the chances of better managing the disease and leaving a healthier life because if left untreated, diabetes can result in serious damage and even
Diabetes mellitus type I, Type I diabetes, T1D, insulin dependent diabetes, or juvenile diabetes is an autoimmune disease, a form of diabetes mellitus where the body`s immune system mistakenly identifies the insulin-producing beta cells in the pancreas as foreign cells, hence, it attacks, and destroys them. As a consequence, the pancreas stops producing insulin, thus the body is unable to generate or use, and properly store glucose (a form of sugar that helps to create energy) in an efficient way. Therefore, glucose builds up in the bloodstream prompting levels of blood sugar to rise dangerously, which could damage eyes, kidneys, nerves, and the heart; if untreated diabetes type I can lead to coma or death. Ultimately, this …show more content…
Moreover, the A1C test is a blood test that reveals the average of an individual`s blood glucose levels over the past three months, the higher the percentage the higher the individual’s blood glucose level. A normal A1C level is below 5.7, an A1C above 5.7 to 6.4 percent suggest pre-diabetes, and A1C level above 6.4 percent suggests diabetes. On the other hand, the FPG test measures the blood glucose in a person who has fasted for at least 8 hours, and is normally performed in the morning to enhance accuracy. Individuals with a fasting glucose level of 100 to 125 mg/dL have impaired fasting glucose (IFG), or pre-diabetes. A level of 126 mg/dL or above, confirmed by repeating the test on another day, indicates that a person has diabetes. Besides, the FPG test is the most commonly used test for diagnosing diabetes because of its convenience and low price. Finally, the OGTT measures blood glucose after a person fasts for at least 8 hours and 2 hours after the person drinks a liquid containing 75 grams of glucose dissolved in water. If the 2-hour blood glucose level falls between 140 and 199 mg/dL, the person has pre-diabetes. If confirmed by a second test, a 2-hour glucose level of 200 or above means a person has …show more content…
Although, in the long run there is the possibility of developing serious complications later in life, including hypoglycemia, diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA), diabetic nephropathy, diabetic lens, diabetic retinopathy, diabetic diarrhea, Hyperinsulemia, hearth complications. In conclusion, the early diagnosis and treatment of the condition can improve the chances of better managing the disease and leaving a healthier life because if left untreated, diabetes can result in serious damage and even