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What is type 1 diabetes?

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What is type 1 diabetes?

Type 1 diabetes is a serious condition where your blood glucose (sugar) level is too high because your body cannot make a hormone called insulin.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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Why does my blood sugar go up when I don't eat?

When people eat food the food breaks down into sugars which is only stored with the help of insulin. if insulin is not produced adequately then it is stored in the blood stream rising a person's blood glucose levels.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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Can type 1 diabetes have high blood sugar?

Yes, people with type 1 diabetes can have high blood glucose levels.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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At what glucose level is insulin released?

Insulin is normally secreted by the beta cells (a type of islet cell) of the pancreas. The stimulus for insulin secretion is a high blood glucose.. Although there is always a low level of insulin secreted by the pancreas, the amount secreted into the blood increases as the blood glucose rises. Usually healthy body maintains it at 90mg/dl.

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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Does type 1 diabetes influence taste?

Yes, people may experience altered taste with type1 diabetes.

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What does it mean when your glucose levels are 118?

It means you fall under the category prediabetes

Last updated on 09 Dec 2024

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