Diabetes Type 1
Type 1 and Athletes: Broncos QB Jay Cutler Diagnosed
When Denver Broncos Quarterback Jay Cutler announced that he had been diagnosed two weeks ago with type 1 diabetes, he created another "teachable moment" for the public who don't understand diabetes very well.
Three things to know about athletes and type 1 diabetes
1. Not all people with type 1 diabetes are diagnosed as kids. Some don't develop symptoms until thier teens or 20s. While the disease process has been going on for years, it's not until adulthood, when a lot of damage has been d...
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Expert & Community Posts
Get Away this Summer to Diabetes Camp!
By Svati , Health ExpertAs summer approaches, it's time to secure plans for vacations, part-time jobs, and ... camps! Most... Read more »
World Diabetes Day is tomorrow
By Dr. Frank Varon , Health Expert...children have been affected greatly by diabetes. Type 1 diabetes is growing at a rate of 3... Read more »
Flatbush diabetes
By Gretchen Becker , Health Expert...diabetes, idiopathic [meaning the cause is unknown) type 1 diabetes, and ketosis-prone type 2... Read more »
Health Guide
Type 1 diabetes
Type 1 diabetes is a chronic (lifelong) disease that occurs when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin to properly control blood sugar levels. See also: ... Read more »Type 1 diabetes
Insulin-dependent diabetes; Juvenile onset diabetes; Diabetes - type 1 Prevention References Standards of medical care in diabetes--2007. Diabetes Care.... Read more »Type 1 diabetes
Insulin-dependent diabetes; Juvenile onset diabetes; Diabetes - type 1 Symptoms Increased thirst Increased urination Weight loss despite... Read more »Insulin test
Normal Values 5-20 mcU/mL while fasting; normal ranges may differ by the laboratory of the health care provider. Note: mcU/mL = micro unit per milliliter What abnormal results mean ... Read more »Diabetes Diet: Introduction
...then referred to as fasting blood glucose concentrations. Click the icon to see an image of the liver.Type 1 DiabetesIn type 1 diabetes, the disease process is more severe than with type 2, and... Read more »Images
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