By Brandon Year 9 B

 Extreme Thirst  Constant Hunger  Sudden Weight Loss  Frequent Urination  Blurred Vision  Nausea  Vomiting  Extreme Tiredness  Infections

 In type 1 diabetes the pancreas, a large gland behind the stomach, stops making insulin. Without insulin, the body’s cells cannot turn glucose, into energy. Without insulin the body burns its own fats as a substitute. Unless treated with daily injections of insulin, people with type 1 diabetes accumulate dangerous chemical substances in their blood from the burning of fat. This can cause a condition known as ketoacidosis.

 Being excessively thirsty  Passing more urine  Feeling tired and lethargic  Always feeling hungry  Having cuts that heal slowly  Itching, skin infections  Blurred vision  Gradually putting on weight  Mood swings  Headaches  Feeling dizzy  Leg cramps.

 Type 2 diabetes can sometimes initially be managed through lifestyle modification including a healthy diet and regular exercise. However, as the disease progresses, people with type 2 diabetes are often prescribed tablets to control their blood glucose levels. These tablets are intended to be used in conjunction with healthy eating and regular physical activity, not as a substitute.

 To stay alive, people with type 1 diabetes must have a constant supply of insulin through injections or an insulin pump and they test their blood sugar by pricking their fingers at least four times a day. People with type 1 diabetes must be constantly prepared for potential hypoglycaemic.