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Know All About Brittle Diabetes!

By Dhwani Jerajani +2 more

Brittle diabetes is a term coined for a severe form of diabetes that is difficult to manage, especially type 1 diabetes. Therefore, people suffering from  this kind of  diabetes have extreme swings in their blood glucose levels, resulting in frequent bouts of hyperglycemia or hypoglycemia.

Causes of Brittle Diabetes

There are various factors that can lead to brittle diabetes-like issues with the absorption in the intestines caused by delayed stomach emptying, drug interactions, problems with insulin absorption and malfunctioning   hormones. Severe psychological issues like stress and depression also play a vital role in the development of this type of diabetes. Obese females in their 20’s or 30’s suffering from hormonal imbalance and experiencing high levels of stress on a day to day basis are prone to suffer from this.

Signs and Symptoms of Brittle Diabetes

Signs and symptoms of brittle diabetes are like that of hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia due to fluctuations in blood sugar. Extremely low blood sugar causes giddiness, weakness, irritability, severe hunger pangs, shaking of hands, diplopia (double vision), headaches and difficulty in sleeping. If the patient is hyperglycemic, it is seen as weakness, changes in the vision, increased thirst, increased frequency of urination and dry skin.Also Read: What Causes Low Blood Sugar In a Non-diabetic: Research-Based Analysis

Brittle Diabetes Treatment

Controlling your blood sugar level is the treatment for brittle diabetes. Another effective treatment plan is to identify and correct any underlying physical or psychological problems. The treatment plan should be such that it takes care of any behavioural, psychological or environmental factors. The treatment plan including psychotherapy and therapy to reduce stress have proved effective in treating brittle diabetes. In some individuals with brittle diabetes despite the treatment, blood sugar fluctuations are seen. In a few severe cases, a pancreas transplant can be considered, but it is rarely needed as brittle diabetes generally responds well to change in the plan of treatment.Read More: Different Types of Diabetes.Disclaimer: The information provided here is for educational/awareness purposes only and is not intended to be a substitute for medical treatment by a healthcare professional and should not be relied upon to diagnose or treat any medical condition. The reader should consult a registered medical practitioner to determine the appropriateness of the information and before consuming any medication. PharmEasy does not provide any guarantee or warranty (express or implied) regarding the accuracy, adequacy, completeness, legality, reliability or usefulness of the information; and disclaims any liability arising thereof.Links and product recommendations in the information provided here are advertisements of third-party products available on the website. PharmEasy does not make any representation on the accuracy or suitability of such products/services. Advertisements do not influence the editorial decisions or content. The information in this blog is subject to change without notice. The authors and administrators reserve the right to modify, add, or remove content without notification. It is your responsibility to review this disclaimer regularly for any changes.
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