What is Diabetes ???

Diabetes is an illness when the sugar level in the blood is above normal and hence often shows in the urine.It is commonly due to a partial or total lack of insulin being made in the body.
Insulin is a chemical (Hormone) which , controls the blood sugar with in normal levels.


What are the types of Diabetes ?


There are two main types.

Type-1 - Insulin dependent Diabetes and hence if they do not take insulin they will become unwell very quickly.This type generally develops the disease early in life. It is unusual for this to be inherited.

Type-2 - Non insuli dependent or maturity onset type.This does not depend on insulin treatment but later stages may need insulin for better controll.It is commonly inherited. Some may be due to being
Over-weight.

There are few other causes of secondary Diabetes, but they are very rare.
It is imprtant to note that some drugs ( steroids,some ' water tablets' known as diuretics given for high blood pressure) could also cause secondary Diabetes. Normally once you are diagnosed as a Diabetic, it will remain with you for the rest of your life. So far a permanent cure has not been found

INTRODUCTION

This blogsite will give basic information on Diabetes.These issues may or may not apply specifically to you but you will be guided in general.This site will be educational not only to the patients, but also to their familie members. This is a long term or lifetime and a serious condition, better understanding by the patient will hopefully help in the overall management.
As it will be a part of rest of your life, it is neccessary for you to be in charge of your health by
knowing the basic facts of diabetes. It may also help to clear some myths and misunderstanding you have.Anyhow this will not prevent you seeing your doctor but will be helpful for you to discuss and clarify issues related to this disease.