An Overview of Diabetes Types, Management of Type 1 Diabetes, and its Impact                                    

Irakoze Mukamana S.

School of Applied Health Sciences Kampala International University Uganda

                                           ABSTRACT

Diabetes mellitus, a complex, and growing global health challenge, manifests in various forms, each with distinct causes, progression, and management strategies. This review provides a comprehensive overview of diabetes types, with a particular focus on the management of Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) and its profound impact on individuals’ lives. T1D, an autoimmune disorder that typically arises in childhood or adolescence, necessitates lifelong insulin therapy due to the destruction of insulin-producing beta cells in the pancreas. The review explores the classification of diabetes, highlighting the differences in etiology, pathophysiology, and management across the major types: Type 1 Diabetes, Type 2 Diabetes, Gestational Diabetes Mellitus, and other specific forms of diabetes. The management of T1D involves a multifaceted approach, including advanced insulin delivery systems, continuous glucose monitoring technologies, and lifestyle modifications. Despite advancements in diabetes care, T1D significantly impacts individuals’ physical health, psychological well-being, and social life. The relentless demands of managing T1D, coupled with the risk of acute complications such as hypoglycemia and diabetic ketoacidosis, contribute to physical and emotional strain. Additionally, the disease’s social and lifestyle implications, including the stigma associated with chronic illness, further complicate the lived experience of those with T1D. This review underscores the importance of integrated care approaches that address both the physical and psychological aspects of T1D, aiming to enhance the quality of life for affected individuals.

Keywords: Diabetes, Type 1 Diabetes, Impact, Individuals’ Lives

CITE AS: Irakoze Mukamana S. (2024). An Overview of Diabetes Types, Management of Type 1 Diabetes, and its Impact. Research Output Journal of Biological and Applied Science 4(1):27-32. https://doi.org/10.59298/ROJBAS/2024/412732