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Type 1 Diabetes

Published on Mar 28, 2016

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PRESENTATION OUTLINE

Type 1 diabetes
A chronic condition in which the pancreas produces little or no insulin

Photo by Jill A. Brown

AREAS AFFECTED BY THE DISEASE

  • Nerves
  • Kidneys
  • Digestive sytem
  • Cardio vascular
  • Eyes

SYMPTOMS

  • Exsessive urination
  • Increase thirst
  • Dry mouth
  • Increase hunger
  • Fatigue

SYMPTOMS

  • Weight loss

Diagnosis
Blood sample to measure the glucose level.

TREATMENT

  • Insulin therapy
  • Carbohydrate counting
  • Blood pressure monitoring
  • Eating healthy foods

RISK FACTORS

  • Genetics