Diabetes Type 1: Symptoms and Causes

Brief overview Symptoms: intense thirst, increased urination, weight loss, dizziness, nausea, weakness, in extreme cases, impaired consciousness or even unconsciousness Causes: Autoimmune disease (antibodies destroy insulin-producing beta cells in the pancreas); gene mutations and other factors (such as infections) are thought to be involved in the development of the disease Investigations: Measurement of blood glucose … Diabetes Type 1: Symptoms and Causes