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Are you suffering from Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes
Did you know that more than 1.1 million children and adolescents are living with type 1 diabetes? (Source: International Diabetes Federation)316 million people are currently at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes, with the number expected to increase to almost 500 million within a generation. (Source: National Health Portal)
Keep reading to understand if you’re suffering from type 1 diabetes or type 2.
What are the symptoms of diabetes?
Both types of diabetes share many similar symptoms, including:
- Frequent urination
- Increased thirst
- Increased hunger
- Increased fatigue
- Blurry vision
- Cuts or sores that don’t heal properly
If you have type 1 diabetes, you might experience irritability, mood changes, and unexplained weight loss. If you have type 2 diabetes, you might experience numbness and tingle in your hands or feet.
The symptoms of type 1 diabetes develop fast, usually over the course of several weeks. With type 2 diabetes, you might not experience symptoms for many years. The symptoms of type 2 diabetes develop gradually over the course of time. Some experience no symptoms at all and discover the condition only when complications arise.
Causes of type 1 diabetes
In people with type 1 diabetes, the immune system mistakes the healthy cells for foreign invaders. And then it attacks and destroys the insulin-producing beta cells in the pancreas. Thus, the body is unable to produce insulin.
Causes of type 2 diabetes
People with type 2 diabetes have insulin resistance. The body still produces insulin, but it’s unable to use it effectively. Thus, glucose will accumulate in your bloodstream.
Risk factors for type 1 diabetes
- Family history: If you have a parent or sibling with type 1 diabetes, then you’re at a higher risk.
- Age: Type 1 diabetes is most common among children and adolescents.
Risk factors for type 2 diabetes
You might be at risk of developing type 2 diabetes if you:
- Are over the age of 45
- Are overweight or obese
- Are physically inactive
- Have a lot of belly fat
- Have an immediate family member who has type 2 diabetes
- Have given birth to a baby weighing more than 4 kg
- Have polycystic ovarian syndrome
- Have prediabetes
- Have ever had gestational diabetes
Read More: Gestational Diabetes: The Pregnancy Complication
Homeopathic treatment for diabetes
Homeopathic treatment for diabetes helps to regulate sugar metabolism which, in turn, resolves the metabolic disturbances that lead to diabetes. 27 adults in Hong Kong suffering from diabetes were provided individualized homeopathic treatment. The treatment outcome was measured in Fasting Plasma Glucose (FPG) and glycated hemoglobin. When compared with a placebo-controlled group of diabetic patients, the outcomes were as follows.
- The FPG in the homeopathic group was significantly higher with 2.24 as opposed to 0.16 in the placebo group.
- Glycated hemoglobin was higher as well with -1.11% vs. 0.08% (Source: NCBI)
Every patient has varied conditions that are responsible for their diabetes. Our homeopathic specialists at Dr Batra’s assess your medical history, your diabetes causes, and your symptoms to provide reliable and customized treatment.
Book an appointment with our homeopathic specialists to find out if you’re suffering from type 1 diabetes or type 2 diabetes and get treated effectively without any side-effects.
