Types of Diabetes and Their Associated Symptoms

Diabetes: Types and Symptoms

Diabetes Mellitus is one of the most widespread chronic diseases worldwide and directly affects the body’s ability to use glucose (sugar) for energy.

🔹 Types of Diabetes:

✅ Type 1 Diabetes:

• Caused by an immune disorder attacking insulin-producing pancreatic cells.
• The pancreas cannot release insulin at all, raising blood sugar.
• Usually appears in childhood or adolescence, often before age 20.
• Requires daily insulin doses for life.

✅ Type 2 Diabetes:

• The most common type, accounting for about 90% of diabetes cases.
• Usually appears after forty or among people with obesity or excess weight.
• In this type, there is:
  • Either reduced insulin release.
  • Or enough insulin that is ineffective (insulin resistance).
• Often controlled through diet management, exercise, and certain medications.

🔸 Common Diabetes Symptoms:

• Frequent urination (Polyuria).
• Extreme thirst and hunger (Polydipsia & Polyphagia).
• Unexplained weight loss.
• Repeated skin infections and itching.
• Numbness and pain in the hands and feet.
• Slow wound healing.
• Difficulty concentrating and occasional headaches.
• Visual disturbances and blurred vision.

✅ Early Testing Makes a Difference

The earlier the disease is detected, the greater the chances of preventing complications such as kidney damage, retinal problems, and nerve problems.

- Have specialized diabetes tests at AlFarabi Medical Labs for accurate, fast results.