TYPE 2 DIABETES What Causes Type 2 Diabetes? Type 2 diabetes occurs when your body cannot produce enough insulin or when the insulin your body makes doesn’t work properly. Insulin is essential for helping glucose from food and drink enter your cells to provide energy. Without enough insulin, glucose builds up in the blood, leading…
TYPE 2 DIABETES What are the First Warning Signs and Symptoms of Type 2 Diabetes? Many people with type 2 diabetes may not experience any signs or symptoms or may not notice them. However, common symptoms include: Weeing a lot especially at night. Feeling very thirsty despite drinking plenty of fluids. Feeling more tired than…
TYPE 1 DIABETES Is There a Cure for Diabetes in Kenya? There isn’t a cure for diabetes right now, but scientists worldwide, including in Kenya, are pushing the boundaries of research to develop new treatments and, ultimately, a cure for both type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Local research initiatives, such as the CliniQuest Research…
TYPE 1 DIABETES Type 1 Diabetes And Pregnancy Can You Give Birth if You Have Type 1 Diabetes? Women with type 1 diabetes can have a safe pregnancy and deliver a healthy baby, but in some cases, a vaginal delivery may not be possible. Babies of mothers with type 1 diabetes tend to be larger,…
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TYPE 1 DIABETES Type 1 Diabetes Medicine Managing type 1 diabetes requires lifelong treatment, and currently, there is no cure. However, advancements in medication and technology help people with type 1 diabetes lead healthy lives. The main treatment for type 1 diabetes is insulin, which helps manage blood sugar levels. Can Type 1 Diabetes Be…
TYPE 1 DIABETES Type 1 Diabetes Treatments Managing type 1 diabetes is essential to living a healthy and active life. In Kenya, the most common treatments for type 1 diabetes include insulin therapy, carb counting, and the use of technology like continuous glucose monitors (CGMs). These treatments help manage blood sugar levels and prevent complications….
TYPE 1 DIABETES What Causes Type 1 Diabetes It’s normal to wonder if something you or a loved one did caused type 1 diabetes. However, there’s nothing you could have done to prevent it. Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune condition, meaning the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks insulin-producing cells in the pancreas, known as…
TYPE 1 DIABETES Type 1 Diabetes Symptoms Type 1 diabetes can affect anyone, at any age, though it is more commonly diagnosed in children and young adults. Recognizing the symptoms early is crucial because they can worsen rapidly if left untreated. If you or someone you know is showing any of these symptoms, it’s important…
