Monday, September 28, 2009

What is type 3 diabetes? Pl mention your references (sources of information).

What is type 3 diabetes? Pl mention your references (sources of information).?
The term "type 1 diabetes" has universally replaced several former terms, including childhood-onset diabetes, juvenile diabetes, and insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM). Likewise, the term "type 2 diabetes" has replaced several former terms, including adult-onset diabetes, obesity-related diabetes, and non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM). What is type 3 diabetes? Pl mention your references (sources of information).
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The term "Type 3 Diabetes" is an UNDEFINED term used by many different people in many different ways. This term is NOT accepted by the medical community. you can find more information, include currently used "definitions" of the term, here: http://www.diabetes.org/other-types.jsp This is one page on the website for the American Diabetes Association. if THEY don't know about it, it isn't worth talking about, diabetically speaking!!!
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Well, it's not really confirmed/well known about. Type 1 is an autoimmune destruction of the cells in the pancreas that produce insulin - therefore, no insulin in blood, causes high sugar levels. Type 2 is where there is resistance to insulin in the body, so there is insulin being produced, just none of the bodies are reacting to it. Type 3 has been postulated that the brain produces insulin and that type 3 is where there are lower than normal levels of brain insulin, but it does not affect blood sugar levels.
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As Gary says, the term is very undefined. However, I remember hearing that the medical community a while back was thinking of calling Alzheimer's type three because they were having some success in stopping the disorder with insulin. I haven't heard anything more about it since that initial news report.
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Beyond these two types (type 1 & type 2), there is no agreed-upon standard nomenclature. Various sources have defined "type 3 diabetes" as, among others, gestational diabetes, insulin-resistant type 1 diabetes (or "double diabetes"), type 2 diabetes which has progressed to require injected insulin, and latent autoimmune diabetes of adults (or LADA or "type 1.5" diabetes. There is also maturity onset diabetes of the young (MODY) which is a group of several single gene (monogenic) disorders with strong family histories that present as type 2 diabetes before 30 years of age.
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Various sources have defined "type 3 diabetes" as : GESTATIONAL diabetes, insulin-resistant type 1 diabetes (or "double diabetes"), type 2 diabetes which has progressed to require injected insulin, and latent autoimmune diabetes of adults (or LADA or "type 1.5" diabetes.
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Here is some info on it. There is a lot of new names for "sub types" of diabetes and type 3 is one of them. http://www.diabetes.org/other-types.jsp
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"type 3 diabetes" as, among others, gestational diabetes, insulin-resistant type 1 diabetes (or "double diabetes"), type 2 diabetes which has progressed to require injected insulin, and latent autoimmune diabetes of adults (or LADA or "type 1.5" diabetes. There is also maturity onset diabetes of the young (MODY) which is a group of several single gene (monogenic) disorders with strong family histories that present as type 2 diabetes before 30 years of age.
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GESTATIONAL diabetes, insulin-resistant type 1 diabetes (or "double diabetes").
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"Type 3 diabetes" is only a metaphor. There isn't an actual medical condition named known as "Type 3 Diabetes" "Type 3 Diabetics" is a nick name given to people who live with and help manage people with Type 1 or Type 2 Diabetes. The reason they are given this title is because they often have to share the stresses and problems of a Diabetic. For example, parents of a Type 1 Diabetic child would be 'Type 3 Diabetics" because they would help with injections, monitor blood glucose readings and attend regular check-ups with doctors. This term has been coined in many issues of the 'Countdown' a Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation magazine, by loved ones of Type 1 Diabetics. The link below is an example of "Type 3 Diabetes" Oh, By the way, I myself am a Type 1 Diabetic, and those who I love and help me are my "Type 3 Diabetics".

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Thursday, September 24, 2009

For a health report: What body system(s) has (have) been effected in diabetes (type 1)

For a health report: What body system(s) has (have) been effected in diabetes (type 1)?
This is quick. I'm doing a health report on Type one: Diabetes Mellitus, and I have one section that has stumped me. I need to know what body systems have been effected in this. Please help, and don't answer if you don't know! Thanks, and if you could, put your source. That would be extremely helpful. Liss
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Well, just about every system is affected by diabetes. But, a few things. retinopathy(eye damage) diabetes is the number one cause of new blindness neuropathy(nerve damage) Of course, the pancreas is trashed in type 1 Cardiac damage(MI) vascular damage(MI and strokes) gastroparesis To put it mildly, Diabetes sucks. The good news is that studies have shown that tight control of your blood glucose as close to normal can greatly decrease the onset of these secondary disease processes.
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every system can be affected by type 1 if your blood sugars are bad
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The main one is the endocrine system. Others are renal/urinary, cardiovascular and neuro.

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Sunday, September 20, 2009

People with type 1 diabetes..? help

People with type 1 diabetes..? help?
this is for people with diabetes mellitus or experts in this area. i'm in 7th grade and doing the 'human disease project'. my disease is diabetes mellitus or type one diabetes. please tell me about how this disease affects your life nd such. thanks a billion. <3
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SEE YOUR DOCTOR
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well I picked up type one a bit late was 28 when i got it was a huge adjustment after being able to eat and do what i wanted for 28 years. The shots I got used to i hated and still hate needles even though they are fine... they can stillhurt like hell if you hit the wrong spot hardest part was adapting to a diet.. I stillhave probelms with it today, I just love bread stuffs too much snacking is tough also budget wise you can get a big bag of chips for a buck or two .. but a bag of beef jerky is almost 5. Even thogh i keep it under pretty good control.. i stillhave my "good and bad days" when i don't even want tog et out of bed or can;t accomplish much its a big mental adjustment.. went from the Marines where you feel as if you can do anything.. to having and having to learn some limits. I'll be happy to answer any more specific questions you may have feel free to email me
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Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks the beta cells in the pancreas that make insulin. Basically this means the pancreas does not make insulin, a hormone which helps use blood sugar (glucose) for energy. The cells become starved of energy and there is an excess of glucose in the blood. People with Type 1 diabetes must have daily injections of insulin to live. Proper diet, exercise and home blood sugar monitoring are essential to manage the disease. There is no cure for it other than a pancreas transplant which is rarely done. The basic signs are Frequent urination ,Extreme thirst ,Extreme hunger ,Weigh loss ,Fatigue ,Irritability ,Blurred vision When my brother was diagnosed with diabetes he drank an entire bottle of concentrated cordial in one day because his body craved the sugar which put his blood sugar levels up to 27 (coma stage) our bodies are generally around the 5 margin. hope this helps...
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It's IDDM (insulin dependent diabetes mellitus) and is also called, as you said, type 1. Diabetes mellitus is a broad term for the disease but doesn't differentiate between the two types. There isn't enough room to tell you what you want to know. If you'd care to e-mail me (not through Yahoo), I can create and send you back a document that tells you everything. I'm at nurselmh@sbcglobal.net.
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I have type 2 diabetes, but some of the same things hold true. Now, you can correct me if I'm wrong, but I always thought that diabetes mellitus was type 2 (but admittedly I'm no doctor). People with both kinds of diabetes have to be careful of what they eat. People who are recently diagnosed can benefit from visits with a nutritionist or dietician. Diabetes is not a death sentence and people can live quite normal lives. They may have to monitor their sugar levels (Type 1 diabetics must do this, and many Type 2 diabetics have to as well - I do). This can take some education, but the machines are getting smaller and easier to use. Mine fits easily into my purse. I usually carry emergency snacks with me, so that I keep my blood sugar fairly constant if I can't get away to eat. People with either type of diabetes should watch their stress level and go for regular doctor checkups. They should make sure to take good care of their feet and hands and attend to any cuts because diabetics usually have worse circulation. If you go on google both the American and Canadian Diabetes Associations have great websites. Good luck!
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From a young daughter's point of view, watching a family member with diabetes get up every morning to check their blood pressure and glucose can be very sorrowful. This person constantly needs to be under medication and needs to be very careful with what he/she eats. Diabetes is a harmful disease which can cause stroke, seizures and heart failures. A member to have this kind of disease can also be very hard for the other members in the family to have to watch and take care of this person. Diabetics need care and security most of the time. As for type 1 diabetes, the only cure for it is a pancreas transplant which can be a very difficult procedure. Why one would need a pancreas transplant is because a person with type 1 diabetes most likely isnt getting enough insulin which allows sugar, also known as glucose, enter it's body's cells. Without cells, one wouldn't have energy. Eventually, glucose can damage your nerves and blood vessels and when it becomes high to an extent, a diabetics body, can go through a chemical imbalance called "diabetic ketoacidosis", which may be life threatening. Hope I've given you useful information! <3
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I was diagnosed with Type 1 at a very late age of 45. My dad was also a Type 1. He didn't take care of himself and died when I was 16. It is easier today to take care of yourself. There is alot more information on diabetes and better technology. I only had to do shots for a month before I went on an insulin pump. I just upgraded to a pump and sensor that pumps insulin in 24 hours a day and the sensor measures my blood glucose every 5 minutes. All I have to do is look at my pump and know where my blood sugar is and whether it is steady, going up or down and how fast it is moving. It allows me alot of freedom. When I eat I can just tell my pump my carb numbers and it gives me a suggestion how much insulin to bolus in. I am in school and this is great because I no longer have to worry if I am going low during an exam or in the clinical situations. I still have my ups and downs though. I can sky rocket it seems for no reason and plummet for no reason. I have to watch when I do manual labor of any sort, my blood sugars drop quickly. I wake up around 2am alot with lows. My pump is great, but I still have to work at keeping level and I still have to watch what I eat. Sometimes I get angry and just want to live life without thinking about food. I get tired of people asking me if I can eat something I put on my plate like I am a child. People have a tendency to always ask me how am I doing and that is annoying. When I leave the house I always have to carry food and supplies for my pump. When I travel I have to plan to have all the supplies I need and have food available. I am very thankful though for living in this day and age when technology is so great. At least I don't have to stick my self with a needle 3 times a day, just change my pump sites every 3 days. I have a very supportive husband who does not nag me. So all in all if I had to have a disease I guess this one isn't as bad as others. Good luck on your project and hope this helps.
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I have been a diabetic for over 33 years now. It was a gift from my mother. Testing supplies were always in my house and one day I tested (you used to test your urine with a test strip) well, it turned a bright green which was very bad. I did not tell anyone for 1 year. I felt terrible, but I was only 12. I have been on insulin since. This is not the worse disease to have. If you eat right, exercise and keep your blood sugar levels in good control you will live a healthy life. Yes, it is a pain to be testing you blood 4-5 times a day... schedule meals.... be prepared for drops in you sugar, but it is just something you have to learn and deal with. Everyone has their issues.. mine is sugar free! It is alot easier now with tons of sugar free items.... 30+ years ago there was only "tab" a s/f drink. My mom who is 84 now used to drink soda water... they had NOTHING sugar free.... so things are not as bad.... Hopefully there will be a cure soon..... Be sure to research "stem cell" and you can go on the ADA web site... you should get some facts on diabetic life there.... Keep us posted on what your grade was.... Thanks for taking interest!!!

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Wednesday, September 16, 2009

Can you join the Peace Corps if you have Diabetes Mellitus(also know as type 1)

Can you join the Peace Corps if you have Diabetes Mellitus(also know as type 1)?
I would like to join the peace corps but i don't know if they allow diabetics? I have my diabetes under control, but i know i still can't serve in the armed forces. Anyone know the Peace Corps' stance? I have it under control, I was just wondering if it was an issue, and if Insulin would be available wherever I would go? I definitely don't want to be caught without access to my medicine in a new country.
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- Yes, you can!
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I have done a lot of research in the Peace Corps, because I was considering volunteering with them. I never saw anything about medical issues being a deciding factor. I would say as long as it is under control it's probably not a factor. If it was still something you were struggling with, then it may have been an issue because you would have been a higher risk of needing treatment and the areas you would be working in probably don't have good hospitals.

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Saturday, September 12, 2009

In untreated type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus...

In untreated type 1 and type 2 diabetes mellitus...?
the fasting blood glucose concentration is below 4 - 6 mmol L-1 True/False??
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I don't know for sure, because the measurement you are using is unfamiliar to me. Here in the US, the measurement for well controlled blood sugar is a reading between 70-120 mg/DL (milligrams per deciliter). I think your measurement is in moles and conversion from one measure to the other depends on molecular weight. But, as I recall the conversion for blood sugar is to divide 70-120 mg/DL by 18 which would yield a range of 3.8-6.6 mmol.
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False. Normal fasting blood glucose is that level. Untreated diabetics have levels above 11,1 mmol/l

Tuesday, September 8, 2009

Fasting blood glucose 85, type 1 diabetes

Fasting blood glucose 85, type 1 diabetes?
I have been urinating 19 times a day a normal amount of urine each time with NO burning. I also feel thirsty all the time but haven't been drinking an increased amount of water to cause the extra urinating. I went to the doctor and had a fasting blood glucose test because the doctor thought I had type 1 diabetes mellitus. My fasting glucose was 85, however I have typically had low blood sugar. The doctor drew labs to check hemoglobin A1C and urine sample to test for ketones. Is there a possibility I could still have type 1 diabetes? THANK YOU! I am 21, I have lost 15 pounds in 3 weeks. I have just been drinking water, no caffeine. I have to wake up in the night to urinate as well as all day. I am extremely thirsty, tired, and have a yeast infection. Sorry, I forgot to type this a second ago. I weight 120 pounds currently. Sorry, I forgot to type this a second ago. I weigh 120 pounds currently. Sorry, I forgot to type this a second ago. I weigh 120 pounds currently, I am 5'3".
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Type 1??? I don't think so. that is usually diagnosed in the ER and ICU with the patient in a coma. Type 2??? possibly! Why do you assume it is type 1?? because you are a kid?? that isn't even in the realm of probable. Half of the people diagnosed with type 2 diabetes last year were under the age of 16!!! Get real. Do you have more symptoms? like loosing weight unexpectedly? Dry itchy skin? extreme hunger?
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Frequent urination is a symptom of Type 1 diabetes, as is increased thirst. But a glucose reading of 85 is low, and I wouldn't expect to see ketones at that level, even if you do have Type 1. A couple of questions though - if you are thirsty, why aren't you drinking more? Do you have to wake up at night to pee or is it just during the day? What is your caffeine intake? Is your weight 'normal', and have you lost weight recently?
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Hey Sweetie! I'm 23 and have had Type One for 18 years. As for one of the previous posts, a lot of Type Ones are not near being in a coma nor put in ICU when diagnosed anymore. Jay Cutler and Elizabeth Perkins are prime examples. While I cannot quote specifics from the articles I've read about the two, I feel it's important to summarize the information I read. I remember Cutler's blood sugar being from 400 to 600, and Elizabeth Perkins' being only in the 200s when diagnosed. (Again, I do not remember the exact numbers! Sorry!) While both numbers are high, it's a far cry from the 1,369 I was diagnosed at in 1990. Even at 1,369 I was bouncing around the house imitating the Ninja Turtles before my mom took me to the hospital. I was still jumping around at the hospital until they put an IV in each arm, lol. Even then, I was only in ICU for a couple of hours, tops. Aside from my story, the Elizabeth Perkins article was in Diabetes Forecast, and it mentioned she was trying to find out her condition for years before being diagnosed. Her blood sugar level was always normal even though she had many symptoms of diabetes. Again, I can't state specifics, but I remember her blood sugar was tested for a few years before a doctor finally told her she had Type One diabetes. She was also in her 40s! So Type One can happen at any time! As for your blood sugar being 85, it reminds me a lot of what I read about Elizabeth Perkins. You can never be too cautious about your health, no matter what your condition. While I'm a far cry from a doctor, I recommend getting as many tests done as possible. There are many conditions that often go undiagnosed, such as PCOS, thyroid problems, etc. If the tests come back normal, and your symptoms persist, get tests done again. From what you described, it doesn't sound like you have Type 1 right now, and you are definitely not a typical candidate for Type 2. However, the bottom line is you may have a health problem that needs to be addressed! Also, ONLY pay for tests to be done by a doctor you truly trust!!! I cannot stress this enough! I have had so many doctors treat me like shit simply because I asked a question about my health. Remember you are not only paying for a service, you are paying for your health. From what you posted, you obviously haven't been yourself lately, and no one should go through life feeling bad! While it can be expensive, remember to doctor-browse, and if one dismisses your symptoms without explanation, LEAVE!!!! Finally, if you want to ask more questions about diabetes, I highly recommend http://www.diabetesforums.com/. From what I've witnessed, no answers come across as cold or demeaning over there. It's free, but you do have register. Your post really touched my heart, and I sincerely hope you find what's wrong and feel better! It takes a lot of courage to research what may or may not be wrong with your health, and I hope I was able to help a little!

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Friday, September 4, 2009

Renal biopsy d/t diabetes type 1 mcq

Renal biopsy d/t diabetes type 1 mcq?
A 30-year-old woman has had type 1 diabetes mellitus for 15 years. She develops proteinuria and acute renal failure. Which of the following would a renal biopsy most likely show? A. Fusion of podocyte foot processes in otherwise normal-appearing glomeruli B. Hyperplastic arteriolosclerosis C. Linear IgG deposits along the basement membrane D. Ovoid hyaline masses in the periphery of the glomerulus E. Periodic acid-Schiff (PAS)-positive, electron-dense deposits distributed along the epithelial side of the capillary basement membrane i believe it's e, b/c diabetics tend to form schiff base sugars that attach to proteins . i don't seem to think that this is a bad section for a problem....i know plenty of med students who use this...as there are docs, phds, and smart ppl (like myself) who want to study for step 1 but am only in my first semester...some of the questions i don't know since i haven't yet taken patho..BIG SHOCKER I KNOW. calm down and if you don't know the answer, don't answer.
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This would be better in some other section. It is scary that nurse and med students use Yahoo Answers to help them study!!!
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A! I bet you use Wikipeda too!
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[PDF] American Diabetes Association Self-Assessment Program http://www.proevalinc.com/medical/diabetes/ADASAP2.pdf
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If you want to make this woman's life better she needs to get a reality check of her sugar levels. Minimum of 6 finger sticks a day to start with. My guess is she does the I feel fine tests and she woofs down donuts when she feels shaky. The body gets used to the higher levels of sugar and when they think they are having a reaction, which is actually a false reaction, they eat. Sending sugar levels up to a dangerous level and leads to larger problems. With out blood tests she has no idea where she really is. If I'm right, she would be better off with a twelve gauge needle. Ask for Mr. Smith or Wesson.

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Tuesday, September 1, 2009

How much does it cost to see if i have diabetes mellitus

How much does it cost to see if i have diabetes mellitus?
I will soon get health insurance. I live in Texas. Can someone give me a estimate on how much it would cost for them to run tests on me for Type 1 diabetes mellitus? If i do have type 1 diabetes, how much money would it cost for medicine. Can someone give me a estimate like around $500 dollars?
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Hi Jay, It should not cost you more than $200.00 All you need to do is to tell your doctor that you want to be tested for diabetes. He will discourage you but if you persist he will agree. Request him to do the Glucose Tolerence Test (GTT) Good luck. I hope you do NOT have diabetes.

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