Diabetes Treatment & Fatty Liver Support

Diabetes is a chronic disease characterized by increased blood sugar levels due to a lack of or poor absorption of insulin. The condition is also known as diabetes mellitus. Insulin is produced in the pancreas and is responsible for transforming glucose molecules into energy. When this hormone doesn’t act properly, or is missing, there is an increase in blood sugar and, consequently, diabetes.

Type 1 diabetes

Type 1 diabetes occurs when the production of insulin by the pancreas is insufficient due to a defect in the immune system in which antibodies attack the cells that produce this hormone.

Type 2 diabetes

Type 2 affects the way the body metabolizes glucose, so the patient may be resistant to the effects of insulin or not produce enough insulin to maintain a normal glucose level.

Pre-diabetes

Pre -diabetes occurs when blood glucose levels are higher than normal, but are not yet characterized as type 2.

Other types of diabetes

Diabetes due to genetic defects
Diabetes due to insulin action
Due to diseases of the exocrine pancreas
Defects induced by drugs or chemicals.

Diabetes symptoms

Frequent urge to urinate
Excessive hunger
Excessive thirst
Mood changes
Nausea and vomiting
Visual change
Tingling in the feet.

Diagnosis

The diagnosis of diabetes is normally made through three tests, namely: Fasting blood glucose, PP, Random, Glycated hemoglobin, and Glycemic curve.

Treatment for type 1 diabetes

The main treatment for type 1 diabetes is injectable insulin. Insulin must be applied directly to the subcutaneous tissue (layer of fat cells in the skin).

Treatment for type 2 diabetes

Treatment for type 2 includes changing habits, such as physical exercise, diet planning, reducing the consumption of sugary foods and simple carbohydrates.

Is there a cure?

Diabetes has no cure. However, the disease can be fully controlled through appropriate treatment and other care that the patient must follow.

Possible complications

When not treated correctly, diabetes can cause harm to your health. Among the main complications of diabetes are –

Arteriosclerosis
Diabetic foot
Skin disease
Diabetic nephropathy
Diabetic encephalopathy
Diabetic retinopathy
Diabetic neuropathy.

Can diabetes cause liver damage?

Yes, diabetes can contribute to liver damage, and one of the complications associated with diabetes is non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. It is a condition characterized by the accumulation of fat in the liver cells, unrelated to alcohol consumption. There are two main types of NAFLD – NAFL and NASH.

Symptoms of Fatty Liver Disease

NAFLD doesn’t cause noticeable symptoms in the early stages. As the condition progresses, symptoms may include –

Fatigue
Weakness
Abdominal pain or discomfort, especially in the upper right side
Swelling in the abdomen
Jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes)
Enlarged liver
Elevated liver enzymes (as seen in blood tests)

Complications of Fatty Liver Disease

NASH, a more severe form of NAFLD
Cirrhosis
Liver Failure
Increased Risk of Liver Cancer

Gastro complications due to diabetes

Diabetes can have several effects on the gastrointestinal system, leading to various complications. Here are some common gastrointestinal complications associated with diabetes – Gastro paresis, GERD, Celiac Disease, Pancreatitis, etc.