Type 1 Diabetes also known by the name juvenile diabetes is a form of Diabetes largely seen in children and adolescents below the age of 30. It comes to light in a slow progression though the damage in the pancreas may start earlier.Genetic reasons are found to be one of the major reasons for this form of diabetes.
As in other form of diabetes,the disease reveals itself through great thirst,repeated passage of urine,general weakness and loss of weight.
As this disease occurs mostly at a tender age their needs to be a lot of care and concern on the part of the guardians as the young ones lack accurate knowledge about the disease.the children in particular should be properly guidedinbibing in them a positive spirit to fight the dreaded disease.
Lack of proper and patient caring might result in kidney failure, blood clotting,swelling in the body ,etc.
Though no complete cure has been fond until now ,various measures taken can prevent type 1 diabetes from aggrevating.There needs to be a complete change in the life style patterns.proper diet including lots of fresh fruits and vegetables must be consumed.Emphasis mus be laid on daily exercise.Sedentry life style must not be followed at any cost.Particularl attention must be given in taking care of the feet.
No matter what the disease,our attitude towards life is all what matters.A life full of hope and joy will deenitely go a long way in keeping the disease from overtaking the life.
