Type 1 Diabetes Treatment in Dubai
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Type 1 Diabetes Treatment in Dubai at CMC

Type 1 diabetes is a chronic autoimmune condition that affects the way the body produces insulin, a hormone that regulates the body’s blood glucose (sugar) levels. In type 1 diabetes, the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks and destroys the cells in the pancreas called beta cells, which produce insulin. This results in the body’s inability to produce enough insulin to properly regulate the body’s blood glucose levels, which can lead to serious health problems.

Symptoms of Type 1 Diabetes

Common symptoms of type 1 diabetes include excessive thirst, frequent urination, unexplained weight loss, fatigue, irritability, blurred vision and slow healing of cuts and wounds. If left untreated, type 1 diabetes can cause serious health problems, such as diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA).

Causes of Type 1 Diabetes

The exact cause of type 1 diabetes is unknown, but it is thought to be caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Some of the most common risk factors for type 1 diabetes include a family history of the condition, being of Western European ancestry, and having a certain type of virus or other environmental trigger.

Type 1 Diabetes Treatment

The primary treatment for type 1 diabetes is:

• Daily insulin injections or the use of an insulin pump.

Other treatments include:

• Regular blood glucose monitoring
• Healthy diet
• Regular physical activity

It’s also important to monitor for potential complications such as:

• High blood pressure
• High cholesterol
• Vision problems
• Kidney damage.

To help manage the condition, healthcare providers may also recommend regular visits with a certified diabetes educator, diabetes support group and/or a mental health provider. With proper management, people with type 1 diabetes can live long, healthy and active lives.