Type 1 Diabetes
Type 1 Diabetes – ETHOS HEALTH CARE
- Treatment of Type 1 diabetes
- Homeopathic Treatment of Type 1 diabetes
- Acupuncture & Acupressure Treatment of Type 1 diabetes
- Psychotherapy Treatment of Type 1 diabetes
- Conventional / Allopathic Treatment of Type 1 diabetes
- Surgical Treatment of Type 1 diabetes
- Dietary & Herbal Treatment of Type 1 diabetes
- Other Treatment of Type 1 diabetes
- What is Type 1 diabetes
- Symptoms of Type 1 diabetes
- Causes of Type 1 diabetes
- Risk factors of Type 1 diabetes
- Complications of Type 1 diabetes
- Lab Investigations and Diagnosis of Type 1 diabetes
- Precautions & Prevention of Type 1 diabetes
Treatment of Type 1 diabetes
Homeopathic Treatment of Type 1 diabetes
Homeopathy helps in maintaining normal blood sugar and in relieving complaints like excess thirst hunger fatigue infections and other complaints. Homeopathic medicines help in maintaining the levels of exogenous insulin and hypoglycemic drugs at minimum possible dosage and in preventing the further progress of the disease. Some of the homeopathic remedies that can be used for treatment of Type 1 diabetes are:
- Lach
- Lyco
- Lac ac
- Nat S
- Ars iod
- Calc P
- Crat
- Acupuncture & Acupressure Treatment of Type 1 diabetes
Acupuncture relieves by improving the physiological function of the organs and organ system. Acupuncture enhance blood outflow and regulate vascular peripheral resistance, increase cell proliferation, and prevent slowing of motor nerve conduction. Diabetic acupuncture treatment programs can also reduce the prolonged healing time of diabetic non-healing skin wounds such as ulcers.
Psychotherapy and Hypnotherapy Treatment of Type 1 diabetes
Psychotherapy and hypnotherapy can help in stress relief. They can help in better coping and early relief. Psychological techniques that can actually help to reduce complaints are Individual and group counseling, Biofeedback, Relaxation techniques, Self-hypnosis, Visual imaging and Learning or conditioning techniques. Hypnotherapy is safe and quick treatment of deep seated psychological issues and barriers.
Conventional / Allopathic Treatment of Type 1 diabetes
Conventional treatment of diabetes includes Insulin Injections and insulin pumps. Insulin pumps deliver rapid- or short-acting insulin 24 hours a day.
Dietary & Herbal Treatment of Type 1 diabetes
- Eat Fiber-rich foods
- Eat fruits and vegetables
- Avoid Saturated fats and Trans fats
What is Type 1 diabetes
Type 1 diabetes develops when your body makes little or no insulin. Most people develop type 1diabetes before the age of 30, but it can also occur in older adults. It is known as juvenile diabetes or insulin-dependent diabetes.
Symptoms of Type 1 diabetes
- Increased thirst and frequent urination
- Extreme hunger
- Fatigue
- Blurred vision
- Weight loss
- Skin infections
- Slow healing wounds
Causes of Type 1 diabetes
The exact cause of type 1 diabetes isn’t known.
Risk factors of Type 1 diabetes
- Family history
- Viral exposure
- Low vitamin D levels
- People living in Finland and Sardinia
- Being born with jaundice
Complications of Type 1 diabetes
- Heart and blood vessel disease
- Kidney damage
- Nerve damage
- Foot and eye damage
- Osteoporosis
- Pregnancy complications
- Skin and mouth conditions
- Hearing problems
Diagnosis of Type 1 diabetes
Diagnosis of type 1 diabetes involves the following tests:
- Glycated hemoglobin (A1C) test – This blood test indicates your average blood sugar level for the past two to three months. An AIC less than 5.7 percent is normal.
- Random blood sugar test – A blood sample will be taken at a random time. A random blood sugar level less than 140 mg/dL (7.8 mmol/L) is normal.
- Fasting blood sugar test – A blood sample will be taken after an overnight fast. A fasting blood sugar level less than 100 mg/dL (5.6 mmol/L) is normal.
Precautions & Prevention of Type 1 diabetes
- Take a brisk daily walk
- Maintain a healthy weight
- Eat foods low in fat and calories
- Eat fruits and vegetables
- Eat high fiber diet