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Can beta cells recover or regrow? New research says maybe
Diabetes develops when the pancreas is unable to make enough insulin to keep blood sugar levels under control. This occurs due to a reduction or loss of the cells that make insulin in the pancreas. These cells are known as beta cells. Finding a safe and effective way to regrow or regenerate these cells could...
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Why do insulin-producing beta cells stop working in type 2 diabetes?
Many people with type 2 diabetes (T2D) are resistant to the effects of insulin. Their insulin-producing beta cells therefore need to work hard to produce enough insulin to overcome this resistance and maintain normal blood sugar or glucose levels. The work to produce insulin involves producing, folding, and cutting precursors of the insulin molecule. If...
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How can cystic fibrosis cause diabetes?
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is caused by abnormalities in a gene called CFTR. This abnormality can affect many organs including the structure and function of the pancreatic ducts. These pancreatic ducts are tube-like structures that carry digestive enzymes produced in the pancreas to the intestines. When the gene is not working properly it causes the ducts...
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Managing Your Gut Health with Diabetes
When diabetes affects the lower part of the digestive tract, it is often referred to as Diabetic Enteropathy. This can lead to a range of symptoms, including constipation, diarrhea, and even fecal incontinence. While these topics can be difficult to talk about, there are many practical ways to manage them and regain control over your...
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Life After Gestational Diabetes: Protecting Your Future Health
Women who have gestational diabetes while pregnant usually revert to normal, nondiabetic glucose levels after delivery. Nevertheless, the fact that they had GDM is an important “window” into their future health and risk of GDM with future pregnancies, and future diabetes outside of pregnancy. The Risk of Type 2 Diabetes Having GDM in the past...
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Understanding Digestion Issues and Diabetes
Living with diabetes involves more than just monitoring blood sugar and taking insulin. For many people, diabetes can also lead to various digestive problems. These issues are common because high blood sugar levels over time can affect the nerves that control the digestive system. While these symptoms can be frustrating, understanding how they work is...