What is Diabetes?
Diabetes is one of the most common metabolic diseases in developing and developed countries. Diabetes is a condition where insulin production from the pancreas gland is no longer sufficient or available for the metabolism of sugar and carbohydrates. This results in a rise of blood sugar levels well beyond the normal and thus diabetes (hyperglycemia).
Causes of Diabetes
- Genetic linked.
- Pancreatic disease.
- Hormonal abnormalities.
- Drugs or chemicals induced.
- Stress.
- Viral diseases.
Clinical Features of Diabetes
- Obesity.
- Fatigue.
- Weight loss.
- Increased appetite and
- Frequent urination.
- Recurrent infections.
- thirst.
Management of Diabetes
- Control of diet-low sugar diet.
- Regular exercise.
- Reduce weight.
- Consult a physician for drug therapy.
Complications of Diabetes
- Diabetic coma
- Diabetic neuropathy
- Chronic ulcers of feet
- Cataracts and Blindness
- Chronic kidney disease
- Hypertension
- Coronary heart disease.