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Diabetes Type 1 is a chronic disease in which the pancreas produces very little or no insulin. Insulin is a hormone required by our body to utilize sugar (glucose) to produce energy. It may be caused by a variety of reasons, including genetics and some viruses. Type 1 diabetes commonly happens during infancy or adolescence but occurs in adulthood as well.
Diabetes Type 1 Facts and Figures
According to the International Diabetes Federation (IDF), more than 19 million people in Pakistan have diabetes. Since this Type 1 diabetes also affects children, over 1.1 million children and adolescents worldwide have this condition. In addition, it is considered one of the top ten causes of death, particularly in people above 60. Some facts and statistics about Diabetes Type 1 in Pakistan have been listed below:
| Prevalence of Diabetes in Pakistan | 17.1% (Over 19 Million people) |
| Commonly Affects | Children and Adolescents |
| At-Risk Gender | Males |
| Age for Early symptoms | Childhood to early adulthood |
| Average Age for Diagnosis | Before 40 Years |
| Problems related to Diabetes Type 1 | Kidney damage, Heart and blood vessel disease, Neuropathy, Diabetic Foot |
| Specialists Who Treat Diabetes Type 1 | Diabetologists |
Some signs and symptoms of diabetes type 1 include the following:
It is uncertain what causes type 1 diabetes, but some factors that can contribute towards diabetes are:
Diabetes Type 1 Treatment and Management
Type 1 diabetes cannot be cured, and the treatment emphasizes controlling blood sugar levels with insulin, food, and lifestyle changes to avoid complications. It can include:
