Where can I find arguments against an approaching Type 1 diabetes cure?

Q. I'm researching the possibility of cure for Type 1 diabetes, and my argument is that there will be a cure in the near future, if funding improves and if beta cell and immune research continues. This is for my AP research paper, and no, I'm not making others write it. Suprisingly, I can't find a sufficient article arguing that a diabetes cure WON'T come soon, so i'm simply asking, does anyone know where I can find one? Any tips or sites are helpful, thank you!

A. ...as much as I dislike the fact that you are asking yahoo-answers for an AP Essay....I'll help you, my approach would be through stem-cell, maybe grow a healthy pancreas and have a transplant it in, and irradiate your immune system and transplant bone marrow

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What affect could dislocating a shoulder have on a person with type 1 diabetes?

Q. My friend and I are trying to role play a scene and her character (a detective with diabetes) just dislocated his shoulder. My character is a doctor and I wanted my response to be as medically accurate as possible. Could someone who knows more about diabetes tell me how a trauma like this might affect a person with type 1 diabetes?

A. The only possible connection between injury and type 1 diabetes is that a significant injury may mildly elevate glucose over a short period of time. The injury in and of itself will not alter long-term diabetic control. Opioids - to treat pain - do not affect blood glucose. It is very rare for a dislocated shoulder to become infected and in fact in the absence of penetration through the skin I am not aware of a single case. Your response as a physician would be very straight-forward and not really affected by this person's type 1 diabetes. You must obtain adequate pain control in order to 'reduce' the shoulder which means to move it back into place. After this the pain should virtually disappear although a few days of anti-inflammatory non-steroidal pain medications may be advised. May the muse of theater make you a master thespian. I wish you the very best of health and in all things may God bless.

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How to lose weight with type ONE diabetes and hypothyroidism?

Q. Ive been trying extremely hard to lose weight but the scale reads the same number. I have type ONE( not adult on set diabetes you get from poor lifestyle) and hypothyroidism which I think is the problem. I'm so tired of bring in twice the effort as a normal person and not seeing ANYTHING change(not a decimal number, nothing) so does anyone out there know of a diet and exercise plan or trick to help a person with my glitches lose weight? Thanks for the answers!

A. Hey there! I am in the same boat as you. I also have hypothyroidism and type ONE. While weight loss has been excruciatingly hard, I can offer some tips that I have been doing that have helped me slowly but surely get on the fast track to losing some weight.

1. Take a multivitamin: Our bodies are always fighting off so much. If you take a vitamin, you will ensure that your body will be getting the vitamins and minerals it needs to fight off infection and allow your body MORE energy to do other things, such as losing weight. Look for multivitamins that promote a health heart and strong bones, as well as a good immune system.

2. Count your calories: This is hard, but when there is a will, there is a way. Ever look on the nutrition facts of food and note the servings? Follow that! Record your total calories, fat, sodium, etc. Keep a journal and do this. I started out by just recording what I ate in a normal day, evaluating it (weaknesses: eat too big portions, not enough meat, too much bread/sugar, etc) and then seeing what I can do to improve it. Try to keep your calories to about 2,300 per day, and then whittle it down. I'm currently at 2,245 at the most per day, and I'm noting a change in my energy.

3. EXERCISE: Speaking of energy, hypothyroidism simply kills your metabolism with an AK-47. :( RIght here, you just need a little more willpower. Think of living longer. At least that's what I do. Don't use elevators: instead, use the stairs. Walk a little more than you need to. Have Nintendo Wii? Do WiiFit. It works out muscles you never thought you could work out! Walk around your neighborhood every day. Go to a track at a school and walk the curves and jog the straights for thirty minutes to an hour. I totally understand taht your energy will deter you from doing this, but even a little effort should help.

4. Stay happy! SOmething you love to do that doesn't compromise your health or well being? Indulge in it! I like to draw and sew among other things. If you keep your feelings and personality up, then you can do all i have listed above and more.

5. Go to sleep on time. Yes this is very important. Your sleep helps regulate SO much.

While ALL are important, the integral plan is to choose a method and STICK WITH IT! Watch your portions, and work out every day for at least thirty minutes. Take that vitamin, get some sleep, and remember to do something you enjoy.

From one hypobetes dealer to another, I HAVE FAITH IN YOU!

And a last note: I've been doing this very method for the past week and a half, and I lost four pounds. Just keep going, and with a little patience you'll get there!

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What is the difference between diabetes insipidus and diabetes mellitus?

Q. i've experienced both extreme thirst and frequent urination, which i know are the symptoms of both insipidus and mellitus. I went to the doctor and he said that i could have either one of those diseases. Im going to do a blood test tomorrow and i was wondering if you guys can give me a few facts on both of these conditions. which condition is more serious? Thanks!

A. DI should not be confused with diabetes mellitus (DM), which results from insulin deficiency or resistance leading to high blood glucose, also called blood sugar. DI and DM are unrelated, although they can have similar signs and symptoms, like excessive thirst and excessive urination.

DM is far more common than DI and receives more news coverage. DM has two main forms, type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes. DI is a different form of illness altogether.

Diabetes insipidus (DI) is a rare disease that causes frequent urination and excessive thirst.
DI is not related to diabetes mellitus (DM).
Central DI is caused by damage to the pituitary gland and is treated with a synthetic hormone called desmopressin, which prevents water excretion.
Nephrogenic DI is caused by drugs or kidney disease and is treated with hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ), indomethacin, or a combination of HCTZ and amiloride.
Scientists have not yet discovered an effective treatment for dipsogenic DI, which is caused by a defect in the thirst mechanism.
Most forms of gestational DI can be treated with desmopressin.
A doctor must determine which type of DI is involved before proper treatment can begin with a water deprivation test, urine test, and/or MRI of the brain (magnetic imaging).

They are both serious conditions that need medical attention. DI can result from a genetic condition in birth that affected the kidneys or a pituitary condition, etc. Always stay hydrated, avoid dehydration with the DI.

Hope this helps.

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Where can I find arguments against an approaching Type 1 diabetes cure?

Q. I'm researching the possibility of cure for Type 1 diabetes, and my argument is that there will be a cure in the near future, if funding improves and if beta cell and immune research continues. This is for my AP research paper, and no, I'm not making others write it. Suprisingly, I can't find a sufficient article arguing that a diabetes cure WON'T come soon, so i'm simply asking, does anyone know where I can find one? Any tips or sites are helpful, thank you!

A. ...as much as I dislike the fact that you are asking yahoo-answers for an AP Essay....I'll help you, my approach would be through stem-cell, maybe grow a healthy pancreas and have a transplant it in, and irradiate your immune system and transplant bone marrow

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What affect could dislocating a shoulder have on a person with type 1 diabetes?

Q. My friend and I are trying to role play a scene and her character (a detective with diabetes) just dislocated his shoulder. My character is a doctor and I wanted my response to be as medically accurate as possible. Could someone who knows more about diabetes tell me how a trauma like this might affect a person with type 1 diabetes?

A. The only possible connection between injury and type 1 diabetes is that a significant injury may mildly elevate glucose over a short period of time. The injury in and of itself will not alter long-term diabetic control. Opioids - to treat pain - do not affect blood glucose. It is very rare for a dislocated shoulder to become infected and in fact in the absence of penetration through the skin I am not aware of a single case. Your response as a physician would be very straight-forward and not really affected by this person's type 1 diabetes. You must obtain adequate pain control in order to 'reduce' the shoulder which means to move it back into place. After this the pain should virtually disappear although a few days of anti-inflammatory non-steroidal pain medications may be advised. May the muse of theater make you a master thespian. I wish you the very best of health and in all things may God bless.

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How to lose weight with type ONE diabetes and hypothyroidism?

Q. Ive been trying extremely hard to lose weight but the scale reads the same number. I have type ONE( not adult on set diabetes you get from poor lifestyle) and hypothyroidism which I think is the problem. I'm so tired of bring in twice the effort as a normal person and not seeing ANYTHING change(not a decimal number, nothing) so does anyone out there know of a diet and exercise plan or trick to help a person with my glitches lose weight? Thanks for the answers!

A. Hey there! I am in the same boat as you. I also have hypothyroidism and type ONE. While weight loss has been excruciatingly hard, I can offer some tips that I have been doing that have helped me slowly but surely get on the fast track to losing some weight.

1. Take a multivitamin: Our bodies are always fighting off so much. If you take a vitamin, you will ensure that your body will be getting the vitamins and minerals it needs to fight off infection and allow your body MORE energy to do other things, such as losing weight. Look for multivitamins that promote a health heart and strong bones, as well as a good immune system.

2. Count your calories: This is hard, but when there is a will, there is a way. Ever look on the nutrition facts of food and note the servings? Follow that! Record your total calories, fat, sodium, etc. Keep a journal and do this. I started out by just recording what I ate in a normal day, evaluating it (weaknesses: eat too big portions, not enough meat, too much bread/sugar, etc) and then seeing what I can do to improve it. Try to keep your calories to about 2,300 per day, and then whittle it down. I'm currently at 2,245 at the most per day, and I'm noting a change in my energy.

3. EXERCISE: Speaking of energy, hypothyroidism simply kills your metabolism with an AK-47. :( RIght here, you just need a little more willpower. Think of living longer. At least that's what I do. Don't use elevators: instead, use the stairs. Walk a little more than you need to. Have Nintendo Wii? Do WiiFit. It works out muscles you never thought you could work out! Walk around your neighborhood every day. Go to a track at a school and walk the curves and jog the straights for thirty minutes to an hour. I totally understand taht your energy will deter you from doing this, but even a little effort should help.

4. Stay happy! SOmething you love to do that doesn't compromise your health or well being? Indulge in it! I like to draw and sew among other things. If you keep your feelings and personality up, then you can do all i have listed above and more.

5. Go to sleep on time. Yes this is very important. Your sleep helps regulate SO much.

While ALL are important, the integral plan is to choose a method and STICK WITH IT! Watch your portions, and work out every day for at least thirty minutes. Take that vitamin, get some sleep, and remember to do something you enjoy.

From one hypobetes dealer to another, I HAVE FAITH IN YOU!

And a last note: I've been doing this very method for the past week and a half, and I lost four pounds. Just keep going, and with a little patience you'll get there!

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What is the difference between diabetes insipidus and diabetes mellitus?

Q. i've experienced both extreme thirst and frequent urination, which i know are the symptoms of both insipidus and mellitus. I went to the doctor and he said that i could have either one of those diseases. Im going to do a blood test tomorrow and i was wondering if you guys can give me a few facts on both of these conditions. which condition is more serious? Thanks!

A. DI should not be confused with diabetes mellitus (DM), which results from insulin deficiency or resistance leading to high blood glucose, also called blood sugar. DI and DM are unrelated, although they can have similar signs and symptoms, like excessive thirst and excessive urination.

DM is far more common than DI and receives more news coverage. DM has two main forms, type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes. DI is a different form of illness altogether.

Diabetes insipidus (DI) is a rare disease that causes frequent urination and excessive thirst.
DI is not related to diabetes mellitus (DM).
Central DI is caused by damage to the pituitary gland and is treated with a synthetic hormone called desmopressin, which prevents water excretion.
Nephrogenic DI is caused by drugs or kidney disease and is treated with hydrochlorothiazide (HCTZ), indomethacin, or a combination of HCTZ and amiloride.
Scientists have not yet discovered an effective treatment for dipsogenic DI, which is caused by a defect in the thirst mechanism.
Most forms of gestational DI can be treated with desmopressin.
A doctor must determine which type of DI is involved before proper treatment can begin with a water deprivation test, urine test, and/or MRI of the brain (magnetic imaging).

They are both serious conditions that need medical attention. DI can result from a genetic condition in birth that affected the kidneys or a pituitary condition, etc. Always stay hydrated, avoid dehydration with the DI.

Hope this helps.

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How long does it take for blood work to come back?

Q. I had blood work done today. They were checking for a few things and I was wondering if they would check for diabetes? I didn't ask...but I have been having things go wrong and they don't know what it is I also had an X-ray and an ultrasound. If I did in fact have diabetes would I have gotten a call already? The office was kind of busy and its only been about 6 hours but I am really nervous. How long does it normally take?
They had me fasting...but that was for the ultrasound so I don't know if the lab who took my blood knew I had been fasting.

A. I assume that since you are unsure about whether the test was for diabetes, they didn't measure a fasting glucose, and will not be able to definitively tell you anything. But a glucose level is standard in a comprehensive metabolic panel, which they probably ran, and if really out of range will probably prompt additional testing.

The lab may have the results back, but unless something is a critical high, the office may not be aware yet. If you have a follow up appointment, they will more likely than not just let you know the results at that time. If the initial tests are suggestive of a problem, they will call you before then to let you know the next step.

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Can undiagnosed diabetes pose a threat your health in the long run?

Q. I am 17 and am afraid i have diabetes. Im going to see the docters about it asap. Although, i have had the symptons for some time now. What health problems can arise from diabetes not being properly treated?
in the meantime, does anyone have any suggestions about diet change for a diabetic?

A. Diabetes causes Neuropathy -- pain in the arms and legs. But OTHER nerves are also affected, so the Neuropathy ALSO affects the eyes, brain, digestion, heart, and sexual organs.

Diabetes causes high blood pressure and high cholesterol. These, working together, cause heart attacks and strokes. High cholesterol is also associated with Alzheimer's Disease, so Diabetes is linked to ALzheimer's Disease.

Diabetes causes blindness. Diabetes causes a failure for wounds to heal. Unhealed wounds can become infected, leading to amputations.

And the LONGER you are diabetic, the more likely it is that you will have these other diseases.

In fact, diabetes is often NOT diagnosed until the patient complains about vision problems, sexual problems, or has a heat attack or stroke.

Now, ALL of those other disease have other causes, too. So having chest pains does NOT mean that you are diabetic. But it is VERY important to have a simple blood test done once a year to catch diabetes before it become too serious to handle.

Be SURE that you get a complete physical (including blood work) EVERY YEAR, sometime around your birthday. MAke the gift of good health your own birthday gift to yourself! Make SURE that the doctor does the A1C test, a simple test for diabetes. It IS a blood test, and requires a blood sample, but since you are having a yearly physical, the doctor should ALSO be testing liver and kidney functions, so no big deal.

IF the A1C test says that you have diabetes, then you have caught it early, and SIMPLE change in your lifestyle can prevent it from getting worse. However, wait until you have already had a stoke or heart attack, and being diabetic is the least of your problems.


Diabetic Diet:
NO sugars, avoid sweets, candies, desserts, and canned fruit. No canned fruit juices, sports drinks, energy drinks, or colas. Drink ONLY diet colas, and us4e ONLY artificial sweetener.

Low carbohydrates. Avoid starchy food (rice, corn, potatoes, breads, crackers, gravies, and pastas). Eat more fibers (green leafy vegetables), and add some protein (lean meats, like chicken or fish) for more taste and more "satisfaction").

GET MORE EXERCISE. WALK. Use the stairs, play volleyball, Bicycle. Swim.

Keep your weight NORMAL (ask your doctor what normal for you is).

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What are the chances my newborn son will have diabetes if my husband is type 2?

Q. My husband is 31 years old. He got type 2 diabetes 4 years ago. We now have a newborn and I'm nervous he will get diabetes in his life as well. Anyone know the risks? Thank you!

PS - I am not diabetic and did not have gestational diabetes either. My son was born full term and of healthy weight and size.

A. It depends. It's not hereditary, it's brought on by lifestyle. You just need to make sure you teach your son healthy eating habits. Part of that will be your husband eating healthily, since a lot of what they learn is by example.

ETA: You can pass on a genetic predisposition, but that's different than being hereditary. It just means it has to be all that much more important for a proper diet and exercise.

http://diabetesplanner.com/articles_non_mem/diabetes_will_my_children_get_it.htm

Now that I have diabetes, will my children get it too?

You may have heard diabetes is genetic but genes are not the only risk factor for diabetes.

Lifestyle factors including obesity and physical inactivity leads to Type 2 diabetes. These risks coupled with a genetic predisposition are the unpleasant recipe for Type 2 diabetes.

Children as young as 4 years of age are being diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes. If a child is obese and physically inactive, he or she may in fact be heading for diabetes. Talk with your doctor or diabetes educator about a plan that is a healthy lifestyle for your entire family. The best successes for weight loss and diabetes control occurs when an entire family begins eating healthy, focusing on weight loss, and exercising.

A recent study examined prevention of diabetes among those with glucose intolerance (those with elevated blood sugars but blood sugars are not high enough to meet the diabetes diagnosis criteria). The study found risk for diabetes was reduced by 58% by those who did the following:

exercised 30 minutes daily, 5 days per week
lost of 5-7% total body weight if overweight (an example of this might be a 200 lb male losing 5% of his body weight = 10 pound weight loss)
followed a healthy meal plan.
There are many ways to decrease risk even if you are genetically predisposed for diabetes. If your child is overweight or inactive, contact their doctor. Ask about how to help your child reach a healthy body weight. Reduce risk of diabetes for your entire family.

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What are the biggest symptoms of diabetes?

Q. It runs in my family, and I've already inherited anemia from my grandma, and hypothyroidism, so I'm pretty much waiting on the diabetes. Symptoms I should watch out for?

A. increased urination, increased liquid intake and thirst, irreducible fatigue, rapid or gradual (but still realy noticable) despite the fact that diabetes will make you have a bigger appetite

if you don't wear glasses - blurred vision is a sign. but if you wear glasses - increasingly blurry vision or worse vision is a big sign (gradually worsening vision is a sign of type 2)

all of this is for type 1 diabetes

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