Diabetes Treatment

Diabetes is a disease where blood sugar levels increase in the body. The insulin hormone is responsible for moving sugar from the blood to the cells that can be used for energy. In diabetes patients, the body may not be able to produce enough insulin or insulin is not able to move sugar.

If the blood sugar levels increase and it is left untreated, it can damage body organs such as eyes, nerves, kidneys, etc. Though diabetes does not have any treatment, measures can be taken to manage diabetes.

Diabetes Types

There are different types of diabetes as follows:

• Type 1 diabetes: Patients who have type 1 diabetes cannot produce insulin as the immune system itself destroys the cells that produce insulin. 
• Type 2 diabetes: This type of diabetes can make the body to not produce or use insulin. It is the most common type of diabetes and it can be developed at any age.
• Gestational diabetes: This type of diabetes occurs in women when they are pregnant. In most cases, this type of diabetes gets cured after the child is born.
• Prediabetes: People with prediabetes become resistant to insulin and it can lead to type 2 diabetes. Sugar builds up in the bloodstream, instead of moving into the cells.

Symptoms of Diabetes

The common symptoms of diabetes are caused by high blood sugar. The common symptoms include:

• Thirst
• Sores heal slowly
• Dry mouth
• Weight loss
• Weakness
• Frequent urination
• Blur vision
• In men, diabetes can decrease the desire for sexual intercourse, makes muscle weaker, and causes erectile dysfunction.
• In women, the symptoms include dry and itchy skin, infection of the urinary tract, and yeast infection.

Causes of Diabetes

• Type 1 diabetes: The exact reason for type 1 diabetes is unknown and it is known that the immune system responsible for fighting against viruses attacks the cells that produce insulin. It is believed to be due to genes.
• Type 2 diabetes: Type 2 diabetes is caused by lifestyle habits and genetics. This type of diabetes occurs due to being overweight as overweight makes cells resistant to insulin.
• Gestational diabetes: It is caused due to hormonal changes during pregnancy. During pregnancy, the placenta produces hormones that can make the cells resistant to the effects of insulin. Pregnant ladies who are overweight or gain more weight during pregnancy can have more chances of this type of diabetes.

Diagnosis for Diabetes

Diabetes is diagnosed by examining the glucose levels in the body using blood tests. Different types of blood tests for diabetes are fasting plasma glucose test, random plasma glucose test, and Al c test.

Treatment for Diabetes

The treatment for diabetes is based on the type of diabetes, the health condition of the patient, and how blood sugar levels are controlled. The treatment for different types of diabetes is as follows:

• Type 1 diabetes: Patients with type 1 diabetes have to take insulin everyday as the pancreas cannot produce insulin anymore.
• Type 2 diabetes: Type 2 diabetes can be treated with medications. It can also be controlled by making lifestyle changes such as losing weight, regular exercise, and by following a healthy diet.
• Prediabetes: The treatment for prediabetes focuses on stopping this condition from causing type 2 diabetes. It focuses on treating risk factors of type 2 diabetes such as heavy weight.
• Gestational diabetes: If the glucose levels are not high with this type, the treatment includes changing the diet, and performing regular exercise. If the glucose levels are high, your doctor might suggest medication or insulin.

If diabetes is diagnosed at early stages, the steps can be taken faster and the condition can be controlled.

Visit Dr. Abhinandana for Diabetes Treatment

Dr. Abhinandana is one of the best diabetologists in Hyderabad who has successfully treated hundreds of patients with different types of diabetes. She is patient and carefully examines your condition to provide the right treatment option for you. To book your appointment, call us.