Diabetic neuropathy

Case study 1 Mr I is suffering from seasonal influenza as he shows symptoms including sneezing, headache, muscle ache, malaise, dry, chesty cough, fever, fatigue and weakness because he can hardly sit up. These are all the symptoms of seasonal influenza (NICE, 2015). Although symptoms of colds and influenza are very similar, but his symptoms developed within two days which is relatively fast, proving that he suffers from influenza instead of cold. As symptoms of influenza develop a lot faster…

There are a number of familial health issues that run on both of my parents ' sides of my family. On my mother 's side cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and high blood pressure, and diabetes seem to be common issues. On my dad 's side cardiovascular disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and gout are prevalent ( records on my dad 's side of the family only go up to my grandparents due to lack of clear records) My grandfather (dad 's side)also passed away from an aneurysm, but…

These happen when blood sugar is high, or what is also known as diabetic ketoacidosis. This is when the cells in the body are unable to get the sugar they need to produce energy because there isn’t enough insulin. Signs and symptoms of type two diabetes are fatigue, dry mouth, thirst, excessive urination, hunger, weight loss, blurry vision, irritability, and wounds that won’t heal. Type two diabetics are also prone to infections. In women, vaginal yeast infections are common. Yeast…

The amount of diabetic patients have considerably increased worldwide throughout the past few years. Lifestyle has a high impact in developing Diabetes. Day (2002 ) states “ Keeping fit is an essential aspect of maintaining good control of diabetes”( page 190 ). Exercise is essential for people with Diabetes to achieve better blood glucose control. Although regular exercise has a positive impact on both Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes as it improves blood glucose balance, it appears to be more…

Unit 4 Cause and Effect Essay Between the three different types diabetes, only 5% of people suffer from type 1. With an unknown cause, there are many effects from this disease. Ranging from short term to long term, and positive to negative effects, diabetes is a disease that one must be very disciplined to keep under control. This life-long disease still has no cure. In this paper, I will discuss the proposed cause and the many effects of type 1 diabetes. Like many diseases that have an exact…

One of the sixth most common complication of diabetes is periodontitis. (Loe 1993). Study have found that there is a higher prevalence of periodontal disease among diabetic patients compared to healthy individuals (Firatli 1997). AGE-enriched gingival tissue has greater vascular permeability, facilitates greater breakdown of collagen fibers and accelerated destruction of both non-mineralized connective tissue and bone…

depend on lifelong insulin therapy. Without therapy, severe ketoacidosis can develop. Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a combining result of hyperglycemia, ketoacidosis, and dehydration. Electrolytes are severely depleted which can lead to hypovolemic shock and if untreated can result in death. Type 1 DM affects those in younger age, and its incidence is increasing in young children (Lewis, 2014,…

Peripheral nerve injury (PNI) can be caused by multiple different traumas, surgical complications and diseases like diabetic neuropathy or Guillain-Barre syndrome. Patients are left with chronic pain and disability of the innervated area. Facial nerve injury is one example of PNI. Facial nerve paralysis results in unilateral facial weakness, loss of function and difficulty to speak (1, 2). Speech, mastication and expression of emotions are based on the ability to move facial musculature, which…

fast food, and margarine should not be consumed on a regular basis. Diabetics should focus more on the monounsaturated fats such as olive oil. Only ten percent of calories should come from fat. Sodium should also be taken in moderation, only about 2000 mg or less should be taken per day. This also depends on the patient’s health. Protein should be limited. Fifteen to twenty percent of total calories should come from protein. Diabetics may consume food with sugar. These foods should be eaten…

How to Reduce the Incidences of Diabetic Retinopathy The issue that was being researched was reducing diabetic retinopathy through controlling blood sugars, medication compliance, and regular eye exams. Educating diabetic patients on the importance of taking care of their diabetes is a crucial part in the process to prevent long term effects of diabetic retinopathy. The population being researched is adults 18 to 75 years of age, with Type 1 diabetes (T1D) and Type 2 diabetes (T2D). Patients had…