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Q: Do genes cause diabetes 1 or do you have to be exposed to a certain virus?
Some people tell me that getting the genes for diabetes 1 isn't enough, and that you also have to be exposed to a certain virus.

A: they are right. study of twins who grew up separately shows that type II is genetic. Type I is usually does have a genetic tendency but not so strong to cause the diabetes. if a person gets a viral infection like flu and such, the body immune system mistakes the beta cells of pancreas as enemy and will attack and kill it. This is how type I is made.

Q: What happens when you get Diabetes Type 1?
Is 1 when you just can't eat to much sugar, or is that 2. How does diabetes 1 affect your life?

A: Type 1 diabetes happens when your body attacks your pancreas. The pancreas is an organ just under your stomach. In type1 diabetics, the body sees this organ (somehow) as a foreign body and it attacks and kills it. The pancreas makes insulin, which your muscles and other tissues need to convert sugar to energy, so if you're a type 1 you need to take insulin. You need to inject insulin, but they're working on insulin nasal spray! Type 2 is different. Your pancreas is fine, you have enough insulin, but your tissues are insulin resistant. The result is very similar--sugar builds up in the blood and causes 'complications' like blindness, circulatory problems, kidney failure, etc. In both types you have to be careful what you eat, and to monitor your blood sugar levels. If you have either kind of diabetes and you take care of yourself--watch your diet, do your meds, get some exercise (very important), you will live a normal life, pretty much. There are foods you have to stay away from, not just sugar but all kinds of carbohydrates. You can eat 'a little' of anything, it's not like allergies, but you have to really watch it. With type 1 you have to calculate the correct dosage of insulin for what you are eating. If you -don't- take care of it, you can get into trouble. Well, even if you are careful you can get into trouble. Diabetes is the biggest cause of blindness in the US, the biggest cause of amputations (from gangrene caused by damaged circulation) and of kidney failure. It also causes atherosclerosis ('hardening of the arteries'). I am a type 2 diabetic, and I feel just great most of the time. I just have to watch what I eat, and get some exercise.

Q: Whats the difference between type 1 diabetes and type 2?
Hi everyone. My boss just found out her 16 year old daughter has type 1 diabetes. We were all very sad to hear the news. Apparently she will be taking medication everyday for the rest of her life and she has a strict diet to follow. What's the difference between type 1 and type 2? Also, do people with diabetes have a tendency to be thin and lose a lot of weight because of their diet? Apparently before she was diagnosed, she lost 10 pounds within a month. Thanks!

A: Type one is usually diagnosed early in life, from birth to around the age of 30. There are many theories on why and what happens to the pancreas in type 1. It is thought to be a viruse that attacks it at some point. There are more cases of type 1 in states that have cold weather. These people are always insulin dependent and must inject insulin sometimes up to 6 times a day. The pancreas does not make any (or very little) insulin. In type 2, it is usually diagnosed after the age of 35, but can develop earlier. With this type there are 2 things that can happen. The pancreas can be making lots of insulin but the body is not using it correctly (this is insulin resistance) or the pancreas is not making enough insulin. People with type 2 usually have to take some type or oral meds, but some take insulin, and some take both. There are some type 2's that can control their disease with diet and exercise for many years. Both types of diabetes can be genetic. Both types are caused by malfunctions of the pancreas and are not caused by the wrong diet, or being overweight. Both types of diabetics need to get daily exercise and watch their diets.

Q: What causes people with Type 1 diabetes to get bad headaches and migraines?
My little brother has type 1 diabetes and was diagnosed with it at 12 months old and he sometimes get bad migraines. What causes migraines and bad headaches when you have type 1 diabetes? He is 17 years old and is a big part of me. If something ever happened to him, damn I don't know what I'd do. I need some responses here guys. Thank Tralee, but he already has an insulin pump as do most people with type 1.

A: I have had type 1 since I was 16 yrs old and have had migraines as well . It is because your sugar goes too high and puts excess pressure on your brain cells causing exspansion of them and that is what causes the migraines . I got this info from my dr and also I got a prescription for sumatriptan and it does help but makes you very drowsy and you cannot do anything after that .

Q: What are the chances of my 2 year old daughter to develop type 1 diabetes?
Both my husband and sister in law have type 1 diabetes. My husband develop type 1 diabetes when he was 5 years old, but his identical twin did not. His younger sister developed type 1 diabetes when she was 12 years old.

A: If a father has type 1, the child has a 1 in 17 chance of developing diabetes. A child has a 1 in 25 chance of developing diabetes if the mother has type 1 and gave birth before the age of 25. Chances are 1 in 100 if the child was born after the mother was 25. A child has a 1 in 7 chance of developing diabetes if the father has type 2 diabetes and was diagnosed befor the age of 50, chances are 1 in 13 if the father was diagnosed after the age of 50. If both parents have type 2 diabetes, a child has a 1 in 2 chance of developing the disease. This is just a tid bit of information that I got out of one of my diabetes magazines recently

Q: What are some psychological characteristics of type 1 diabetes?
Hi. Are there any psychological characters of type 1 diabetes? So far I have : Higher risk for eating disorders, depression, and dementia/ What am I missing?

A: Even though type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease, I guess quality of life could be decreased in some people who have it. A major diagnosis that is going to affect you for the rest of your life frequently causes depression - both at the time of diagnosis and throughout your life due to dealing with the constant monitoring and care that type 1 diabetes requires. I recently read a nursing journal article that young females with type one diabetes are at higher risk for anorexia nervosa due to the strict adherence of a 'diabetic diet' and it discussed insulin omission with this. I haven't heard about the dementia one though - hope you're not right there!

Q: How much will Type 1 Diabetes cost me in health expenses in America?
I have Type 1 Diabetes and currently live in the United Kingdom, so my care is free. How much will health care/medication cost me in the United States, if I were to emigrate?

A: I would stay in the UK! It is outrageous living here in the US. I spend $9000 a year and I have great insurance. My insulin copay per month is $38. My other prescriptions are $40 a month. Miscellaneous diabetic expenses cost me over $90 to $100 a month. I visit my Endo doctor every 3 months at 10 buck a pop. My cardiologist every 6 months costs me $25. I've been in the ER twice this yr at $50 each time. The foot doc twice a yr is $25 a visit. Blood work every 3 months $100. The diabetic clinic every 3 months $25 My pump supplies cost $50 every few months. My insulin pump was 9 grand. I paid $50. I spend a $10 copay per month for insurance. The drug companies make a fortune on the Diabetics in the US.

Q: Type 1 diabetes and I want to get a breast implant is it safe?
I have type 1 diabetes and I want to get a breast job. Do you think it is ok for me to go through the procedure?

A: It's safe so long as the medical/nursing staff as completely aware of your condition and take this into consideration when performing the procedure. This means providing you with appropriate IV fluids when you are fasting for surgery, checking your BMs regularly and ensuring you receive your insulin when needed.

Q: What are the best ways to reduce the risk of getting type 1 diabetes?
I'm really scared that I'm going to get type 1 diabetes. I match two of the symtoms of it: extreem hunger and fatigue. Type 1 diabetes runs in my family, my sister, and great grandparents had it.

A: If it runs in your family, you should probably go and get tested for it. Other symptoms that I experienced include frequent thirst, frequent bathroom visits-like every hour and you feel like you can't hold it if you want to-, and vomiting after a high carb and high sugar meal-such as a chocolate shake and McDonald's for me-, and extreme weight loss. You can go to your doctor so they can check your urine, no blood drawn. Please, don't wait. DIabetes is very serious but don't be scared, your doctors can offer all kinds of support.

Q: What happens if i am diagnosed with type 1 diabetes?
Will I have to go to the hospital if I am diagnosed with type 1 diabetes? If so, what will i do there? Will they just teach me how to control my diabetes? Will they just monitor me? Will they do anything that hurts to me besides insulin injections, and checking my blood sugar?

A: i'm not quite sure why you're asking this if you haven't even been diagnosed. did your doctor tell you he suspects you have t1? there is no way that a doctor would tell you that and then simply send you home without insulin or education. you don't even know if you have it, you don't claim to have any symptoms, and yet you're jumping to conclusions. take it one step at a time instead of freaking out over this. oh, and you DON'T need a catheter unless you are severely ill, unconscious, or physically unable to void on your own. stop obsessing over this...it's not healthy!

Q: Is there an environmental factor to developing type 1 diabetes?
I know that there is for sure when it comes to type 2 diabetes because if a person's weight is kept in check, he/she will have a better chance of not developing diabetes. But what about type 1 diabetes?

A: Environmental factors that have been implicated: -Viruses -Exposure to gluten, soy, and casein (these food proteins can possibly stimulate the autoimmune response in those prone to Type 1 diabetes). Casein (milk protein) studies are being done right now to see if avoiding casein in infant formula will reduce the risk of Type 1 diabetes in infants with the known susceptibility genes. The study is called 'TRIGR'. -A lack of Omega 3 EFA and Vitamin D. Recent studies have come out confirming that Omega 3 is protective against Type 1 diabetes, as is Vitamin D. High Vitamin D and Omega 3 levels decrease risk, but do not eliminate it entirely of course. -Stress, trauma, accidents, illness, and/or pregnancy also seem to cause a shift in immune function that can trigger the disease in people prone to it. -Some medications have been linked to Type 1 diabetes, although there is usually no conclusive proof in most cases. All cases of *autoimmune* Type 1 diabetes require an interaction between genes that make them susceptible AND an environmental trigger. Note that there may be *many* possible triggers, and one may need any number of combinations to develop the disease depending on their genes. Different genes may even have different triggers. Also, some people may have so much genetic susceptibility that they will develop the disease from virtually *any* trigger no matter what. There are cases of "Type 1" diabetes that are not autoimmune, and can be caused by direct trauma to the pancreas, a virus acting directly on the pancreas (no autoimmunity), or secondary to a disease like Cystic Fibrosis. These cases are referred to as "Type 1B", "Idiopathic", or "Secondary" diabetes. There is also the KIR6.2 genetic mutation, which causes some cases of neonatal (infant) diabetes. This is sometimes mistakenly diagnosed as autoimmune Type 1 diabetes and treated with insulin. Kids with this mutation actually can use oral diabetes medication. This form of diabetes is strictly due to genetics (no trigger and no way to prevent it), and VERY rare. The study listed in answer above refers to a lack fo sleep and shift work as pertaining to Type 2 diabetes. Often the above leads to an increase in insulin resistance, more fast food consumption, and less exercise. 99% of of studies and media are referring to Type 2 diabetes unless it specifically says otherwise. Type 2 diabetes is often linked to lifestyle and modifiable factors. Type 1 diabetes is not caused by poor diet, junk food, lack of exercise, obesity, etc. In other words, yes there are environmental factors associated with Type 1 diabetes, but as of now it is not a preventable disease by any known means.

Q: Does anyone know if Type 1 diabetes is hereditary?
My partner has Type 1 diabetes (the insulin dependent -non lifestyle dependent sort) and we are planning on having a child. Is this hereditary and is there anything that can be done to stop or lower the chances of it being passed down?

A: Amount the various factors for Diabetes Type 1, hereditary reasons are also one of the factor but this can not be ATTRIBUTED FULLY TO DIABETES. Type-1 diabetes, once known as juvenile diabetes or insulin-dependent diabetes, is a chronic condition in which the pancreas produces little or no insulin, a hormone needed to convert sugar (glucose) into energy. Although type 1 diabetes can develop at any age, it typically appears during childhood or adolescence. Type 1 Diabetes - Results from the failure of the body to produce insulin, the hormone that, unlocks the cells of the body, allowing glucose to enter and fuel them. It is estimated that 5 to 10 per cent of Americans who are diagnosed with diabetes have Type 1 diabetes. Various factors may contribute to type 1 diabetes, including genetics and exposure to certain viruses. Despite active research, type 1 diabetes has no cure. But advances in blood sugar monitoring and insulin delivery have simplified the daily routine of managing type 1 diabetes. With proper treatment, people who have type 1 diabetes can expect to live long, healthy lives.. -

Q: what are the problems of swollen feet in type 1 diabetes?
I've had type 1 diabetes for about 4 month and am on insulin injections twice daily. The last couple of days my feet have been sore and today when i got up my feet and ankles were swollen as well as sore. Lastly, my toenails have become very thick, brittle and of a yellow colour. Can anyone give me any advice please. i have been diagnosed with type 1 diabiites for a few months now. i have noticed over the last couple of weeks my toes nails habr changed colour and texture. they are becoming yellow and brittle. now, over the last few days my feet semed to have swelled and my legs are doing the same.

A: Go to the doctor, this is a common symptom for newly diagnosed diabetics. Your body was very unhealthy before diagnosis and now it is trying to get back into sync. It is not good to hold that much water in your tissues so the doctor will rule out issues and then probably give you a diuretics. Regarding your toenails, diabetics are prone to fungal infections. The worse control you have, the more you can get fungal infections. Talk to your doctor about this. They may say to wait and see if there is an improvement as your sugars get better or they may send you to a podiatrist. There are treatments for the fungus. Good luck!

Q: What kinds of things might trigger type 1 diabetes?
I think I might have diabetes. I'm going to go to the doctor real soon. Until then I have a question i'd like answered. Can anyone tell me, that has type 1 diabetes, what lead you to believe you have it, like i researched a little bit and most of the things said alot of time people get had an illness of some sort that triggered it or something. Any help is greatly appreciated. Sorry about the bad grammar and punctuation.

A: You are right for the most part, usually Type 1 (also known as Juvenile onset, or Insulin Dependant Diabetes), is generally contracted by individuals with a genetic disposition to having it in the first place, (basically this means that usually their genes were programmed with diabetes in the first place), however they ususally do not actually contract diabetes until they are a few years old, usually following a stressful or traumatic situation such as an infection, injury, or environmental change like loss of family, and their immune system attacks the Beta cells in the Islets of Langerhans in the pancrease which produce the body's insulin, leading to the person getting diabetes. Another less common way for someone to contract diabetes is for them to suffer a traumatic injury to their pancrease or contract a pancreatic disease such as pancreatitis or Pancreatic Cancer, or suffer something like a car crash which damages the pancrease itself, causing the pancrease to fail to function properly and not produce insulin anymore, however this is very uncommon. Also, if someone answers that it's caused by eating sweets or obesity, don't listen to them, they're thinking of Type 2 (also known as Adult onset, or Non-Insulin Dependent diabetes), type 1 diabetes has almost no relation to weight or dietary habits.

Q: Is type 1 diabetes hereditary? What are the chances of passing it to your kids?
I've dated a girl who is Type 1 diabetic and has several health problems. It has crossed my mind that if I end up marrying her, maybe my kids would have diabetes. Her dad has diabetes and her great uncle died by diabetes as a child several years ago. If I ended up having kids with her, what are the chances of passing the disese to them?

A: A lot depends on several variables in the affected genes: http://www.genetichealth.com/dbts_genetics_of_type_1_diabetes.shtml In other words, no easy or reliable way to quantify it other than the risk is there.