If you’ve been wondering what ketones are and what is a normal level of ketone in urine you should strive for, then this article is just for you!
[Continue reading]What are the Complications of Diabetic Ketoacidosis
Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a severe complication of diabetes which arises when the body produces abnormally high levels of acids in the blood called ketones. It develops when the body is forced to break down fats for use as energy due to low … [Continue reading]
How was Insulin Discovered
How was insulin discovered? This is a very interesting story of a great deal of effort, ingenuity, and sacrifice by a team of dedicated researchers, who were trying to solve the problem of treating diabetes, which was killing thousands each year. … [Continue reading]
ICD-10 Code for Diabetes Type 1
ICD stands for the International Code of Disease which is a diagnostic tool used worldwide for epidemiology, clinical, and health management purposes. That means it is the international standard used for reporting diseases and health situations in … [Continue reading]
Are Type 1 Diabetics Immunocompromised?
So you may be wondering, what is type 1 diabetes, and how does it affect your immune system? Let’s take a quick look at the difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes. … [Continue reading]
Is Type II Diabetes A Disability?
People with either type of diabetes are able to work, compete in sports and accomplish their life goals. Diabetes is a chronic condition that can be treated. Being diagnosed as diabetic does not put a stop to anything you want to do in life. … [Continue reading]
Juvenile Diabetes Life Expectancy
Having diabetes at a young and tender age can be very frustrating for anyone. Imagine depriving a child of all the candies his peers can freely eat or having to monitor them every now and then for an insulin shot. This and even more is the nightmare … [Continue reading]
What is a Dangerous Level of Ketones in Urine
The level of what now? If this is your first time hearing or reading about it, don’t worry. We have you covered! Ketones are essentially a by-product of burning fat in the body. The presence of ketones in urine has been a topic of hot debate among … [Continue reading]
Euglycemic Diabetic Ketoacidosis
Diabetes is a lifelong condition that can cause serious health problems if it's not managed well. One of the most serious diabetes-related health problems is a condition called euglycemic diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). … [Continue reading]