Diabetes is the most common disorder of the endocrine system and occurs due to either the body's inability to make insulin or the body's inability to respond properly to the effects of insulin.
There are two main types of diabetes:
Type I or insulin-dependent or juvenile diabetes, is usually diagnosed during childhood or adolescence. In Type I, the pancreas produces little or no insulin, which means that patients need regular insulin therapy. The symptoms of juvenile diabetes usually appear suddenly and evolve rapidly. The most common symptoms include thirst, frequent urination, constant hunger, sudden weight loss and dehydration.
In Type II or non insulin dependent diabetes, insulin is produced by the body, but can not be used effectively. Thus, there is a failure to use glucose as the main source of energy. Obesity has been shown to be a key predisposing factor for this type of the disease. The symptoms of type II usually develop gradually and steadily. The most common symptoms include fatigue, frequent urination, thirst, blurred vision and frequent infections. Read more...
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