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Diabetes is often called the 'silent killer' because of its easy-to-miss signs (hence 'silent'), but ability to wreck havoc through multiple organ damage (hence a potential 'killer'). In diabetes high blood glucose acts like a poison; it is often accompanied by high blood pressure and abnormal blood lipids, forming an evil team to harm the individual. The cells in your body rely on glucose for energy; hence glucose is essential for you to function properly. You may take some amount of glucose directly eg., in fruits; but the majority is derived from breakdown in the intestine of carbohydrates like starch present in rice, bread, potato etc. Glucose is transported to all the cells in the body through the bloodstream, which is like an elaborate road and rail network in your body. Source: http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/health-fitness/health/Your-sugar-warns-you-Know-the-signs-of-Diabetes/articleshow/45070456.cms However, in order to use the glucose, your body needs insulin. This is a hormone produced by the pancreas. Insulin is like a key that opens the 'locks' on cells to allow entry of glucose. People with type 1 diabetes no longer make insulin to help their bodies use glucose (as if their pancreas has declared a lockout), so they have to rely on regular insulin injections. People with type 2 diabetes may have enough insulin, at least initially, but they cannot use it well (as if the 'locks' on cells are defective, so the key cannot open them); they're insulin resistant. Many of the signs and symptoms of Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes are similar. Warning Signs of Diabetes Sometimes diabetes can develop without any warnings signs. In fact, about a third of all people who have diabetes don't know they have it; most of them have Type 2 diabetes. That's why it's important to talk to your doctor about your risk for diabetes and determine if you should be tested, even if you have none of the warning signs. Common warnings signs of diabetes include: Increased thirst or dry mouth Frequent urination in large volumes Increased hunger Unexplained weight loss (even though you may be eating more) Fatigue (weak, tired feeling) Frequent infections (including fungal infections of the private parts) or cuts that take a long time to heal Blurred vision Because diabetes can lead to serious health complications, it's important to be aware of the signs of diabetes. If you have any of the above mentioned warnings signs of diabetes, give your doctor a call and schedule a diabetes test. With the right diabetes diet, regular exercise, and medications, if needed, you can manage diabetes and live an active, productive life. Contributed by: Prof Subhankar Chowdhury DTM&H, MD, DM, MRCP (UK) Immediate Past President, Endocrine Society of India President, Endocrine Society of Bengal Disclaimer: The information contained here is not to be used for treatment purpose or for diagnosis of health problems or as a substitute to expert medical advice. Please consult your doctor for any health related problems or queries that you may have. Although great care has been taken in computing and checking the information, Novartis is not responsible or liable in anyway for any errors, omissions or inaccuracies in or otherwise howsoever for any consequences arising there from the views, opinions, ideas etc expressed therein are solely those of the author. Novartis does not certify the accuracy, completeness, currency of any information and shall not be responsible or in anyway liable for any errors, omissions or inaccuracies in such information. Novartis is not liable to you in any manner whatsoever for any decision made or action or non-action taken by you in reliance upon the information provided. Novartis does not recommend the use of its products in unapproved indications and recommends to refer to complete prescribing information prior to using any of the Novartis products. Novartis Healthcare Private Limited, Sandoz House, Shivsagar Estate, Dr. Annie Besant Road, Worli, Mumbai 400 018, INDIA. Issued in public interest by Novartis Healthcare Pvt Ltd Article2/Novartis/CVM/316115/11/14
