Austin Diabetes Research

VARIOUS CAUSES OF DIABETES

Excess of insulinInsufficient insulinGenetic backgroundImproper dietAgingBreakage of cellsLack of exerciseImproper communication between cells

SYMPTOMS OF TYPE 1 DIABETES Frequent urination Lose weight Constant thirst Tiredness Fatigue Nausea Affected to various infections Lose vision to some extent

DIAGNOSIS OF TYPE 1 DIABETESFinger prick testUrine testBlood sugar test

VARIOUS TREATMENTS FOR TYPE 1 DIABETES

Intake of insulin injections Medications Intake of proper diet Physical exercise Usage of insulin pump Cell transplantation Cholesterol lowering drugs

Healing of wounds take more timeBlurry visionFrequently affected to infectionsNumbness in hands or feetFeeling thirsty often

SYMPTOMS OF TYPE 2 DIABETES

DIAGNOSIS OF TYPE 2 DIABETES

A1C testOral glucose tolerance test(OGTT)Fasting plasma glucose test

Usage of inhibitors and receptors Monitoring treatment Insulin therapy Usage of sulfonylurea Bariatric surgery

VARIOUS TREATMENTS FOR TYPE 2 DIABETES

HOW TO AVOID DIABETES?

Taking healthier diet with fresh fruits, vegetables, leafy vegetables and whole grains.

Avoid smoking and consumption of alcohol Doing exercise daily Frequent diabetes checkup Cholesterol control Weight control