Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Nausea is a common symptom that many people experience, whether it’s due to a stomach bug, overeating, or anxiety. For those with type 1 diabetes, nausea can be a constant companion. It is often linked to changes in blood sugar levels, medications, or diabetes-related complications. How… Continue reading Can My Type 1 Diabetes Cause Nausea? How to Manage It
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Early Signs of Diabetes in Children
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA If you’ve noticed that your child is drinking more water than usual, seems unusually tired, or is losing weight without trying, you might be wondering if something more serious is going on. These symptoms could be signs of type 1 diabetes, a condition that affects how… Continue reading Early Signs of Diabetes in Children
Understanding Type 1 Diabetes Risk Factors: Who is at Risk?
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Diabetes is the 8th leading cause of death in the United States. About 38 million people have the condition, and experts estimate 1 in 5 do not know they have it. Type 2 diabetes accounts for 90-95% of all cases, but type 1 diabetes (T1D) is… Continue reading Understanding Type 1 Diabetes Risk Factors: Who is at Risk?
Finding a Cure: The State of Type 1 Diabetes Research
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA 100 years ago, a diagnosis of type 1 diabetes was a death sentence. There was no treatment, no cure, nothing to do except put people on strict diets and hope to extend life as long as possible. In 1922, a 14-year-old patient in Toronto was the… Continue reading Finding a Cure: The State of Type 1 Diabetes Research
Diet and Exercise Advice for Managing Type 1 Diabetes
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA When living with a lifelong condition like type 1 diabetes (T1D), there is a lot of information to absorb. Some of the most relevant to daily life are the changes you need to make to what you eat and how you exercise. PatientsLikeMe is here to… Continue reading Diet and Exercise Advice for Managing Type 1 Diabetes
What are the Common Symptoms of Type 1 Diabetes?
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Diabetes is a lifelong condition. Type 1 diabetes occurs when the pancreas is unable to produce insulin, the hormone responsible for controlling the amount of glucose in your blood. This is a serious health condition and can lead to many different symptoms. Understanding these common type… Continue reading What are the Common Symptoms of Type 1 Diabetes?
What Is Type 1 Diabetes?
Medically reviewed and verified by Kate Burke, MD, MHA Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) Type 1 diabetes, often referred to as juvenile diabetes or insulin-dependent diabetes, is a chronic condition that affects how your body regulates blood sugar (glucose). Unlike type 2 diabetes, which typically develops over time and is influenced by lifestyle factors, type 1… Continue reading What Is Type 1 Diabetes?
Shout out to The Golden Girls: Shows and movies that “get” chronic illness
‘Tis the season for binge-watching — but the media often flops in its portrayal of people with health conditions. So we’ve gathered patient perspectives on Hollywood depictions of illness and who’s gotten it right (thanks, Bea Arthur). When doctors doubted Dorothy A writer for The Mighty who has multiple health condition recently praised The Golden Girls for it’s portrayal… Continue reading Shout out to The Golden Girls: Shows and movies that “get” chronic illness
How Many Kinds of Diabetes Are There? Lots. Explore Type 1, Type 2, LADA And More
Confused about the different types of diabetes? Never heard of other forms of diabetes beyond “1” and “2”? You’re not alone. As American Diabetes Month comes to a close, we’re shedding some light on this topic. Overall, more than 30 million Americans (9.4 percent of the U.S. population) have diabetes. Here’s a guide to help you and… Continue reading How Many Kinds of Diabetes Are There? Lots. Explore Type 1, Type 2, LADA And More
Member Chris finds the uplifting side of type 1 diabetes
“I am the only 7-fingered diabetic record-holding powerlifter and motivational speaker you know!” Chris (ChrisRuden) says in his profile. He was born with two fingers on his left hand and a shorter left arm. He was bullied in high school, and he struggled with depression, alcohol and drug use. Chris was diagnosed with diabetes at… Continue reading Member Chris finds the uplifting side of type 1 diabetes