Diabetes Mellitus in general is a chronic disease characterized by high glucose levels in the blood (hyperglycemia). There are at least three different types of diabetes mellitus, however; I would be talking about type 2 diabetes. Type 2 diabetes can also be known as late-onset diabetes, or non insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM) which is a disease caused by the production of too little or no insulin by the pancreas. Other causes include body cells having too few insulin receptors, obesity, high blood pressure, pregnancy, and high cholesterol levels in the blood. Type 2 diabetes is the most common type to be diagnosed with in adults, as well as, teenagers due to the lack of exercise and obesity.
This disorder affects both the endocrine and integumentary system. Since type 2 diabetes is caused by too little production of the insulin hormone this affects the endocrine system. Additionally, this diseases affects the …show more content…
All of these are important as well as lifestyle changes like exercising, and changing of diet. Lifestyle changes to prevent injury to legs and feet may also be needed. However, complications can occur if not treated properly. Results of this can be short or long term complications since the blood vessels become thickened which can damage vital organs, including the heart, eyes, kidneys, and brain. Long term damage can result in kidney failure, blindness, and atherosclerosis. Also, because of poor circulation ulcers may form particularly in the feet. Therefore the body's decreased ability to heal may require amputation of the affected foot. In the end, there should be no need for these extremities because one should take care of themselves properly to manage their
This disorder affects both the endocrine and integumentary system. Since type 2 diabetes is caused by too little production of the insulin hormone this affects the endocrine system. Additionally, this diseases affects the …show more content…
All of these are important as well as lifestyle changes like exercising, and changing of diet. Lifestyle changes to prevent injury to legs and feet may also be needed. However, complications can occur if not treated properly. Results of this can be short or long term complications since the blood vessels become thickened which can damage vital organs, including the heart, eyes, kidneys, and brain. Long term damage can result in kidney failure, blindness, and atherosclerosis. Also, because of poor circulation ulcers may form particularly in the feet. Therefore the body's decreased ability to heal may require amputation of the affected foot. In the end, there should be no need for these extremities because one should take care of themselves properly to manage their