Historically thought Historically considered to be a quite uncommon disease process, Type I diabetes affects approximately one out of every 250 people, both old and young, living in the USA today. Although "juvenile" has long been associated with this type of the disease, as in Type I juvenile onset diabetes, the illness may actually occur at any age in life, and appears equally among both boys and girls.

There are many hundreds things that can go wrong with your body. Consider this short list:

11 beta hydroxylase deficiency - Chromosome 14 ring - Duplication of urethra - Ectodermal dysplasia osteosclerosis - Fatty liver - 5 alpha reductase 2 deficiency  - Basilar impression primary - Congenital constricting band

Fortunately, even most doctors have not heard of some of these. But even though it is considered fairly uncommon, you probably know someone with Juvenile Onset Diabetes.

Symptoms

While the symptoms of Type I diabetes tend to be subtle in most cases, if not treated, they will in time become fairly severe. Some of the most common symptoms include:

Blurry vision - Increased thirst - Frequent urination - Heavy or labored breathing for no apparent reason

Other serious signs associated with Type I diabetes that require an emergent need for medical attention may include:

Abdominal pain Loss of consciousness, rarely in extreme cases Fruity or sweet smelling breath Shaking, trembling Confusion

Causes

Scientists still aren't aware of all the factors causing one to have Type I diabetes, although they do know that a tendency to the condition may be inherited from one or both parents. Researchers have discovered that isulin dependent diabetes may also be caused by something in the environment that causes an unfortunate reaction within the immune system. But, they are unsure as to the origin of these triggers.

Diagnosis

For an accurate diagnosis of Type I diabetes, your physician must check for abnormal glucose levels by performing a blood test, or also testing for the presence of glucose or ketones in the urine. Today, there is no way to test for impending Type I diabetes, or any way to prevent one from developing this type of diabetes.

Treatment

There are many people, of all ages, who enjoy long, healthy lives despite having Type I diabetes. It's imperative to keep blood sugar levels under tight control, which may be achieved by eating a good diet, a good exercise program, and having insulin therapy on a regular basis. Anyone with this form of the disease must have insulin injections in order to properly maintain their glucose level, which will also have to be tested regularly.

Without treatment, Type I diabetes may cause or evolve into several serious conditions, some of which may be life-threatening. Kidney damage is a quite common complication in those with the disease with a condition known as nephropathy. Other possible complications include retinopathy, which causes a loss of vision, poor blood circulation, nerve damage, heart diseaseand digestive problems which may also result without medical treatment.

Although a serious problem, juvenile onset diabetes is a problem that can still be successfully managed with the right medical care.

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