Joslin Diabetes Manual

Download or read book Joslin Diabetes Manual written by Joslin Diabetes Foundation. Joslin Clinic Division and published by . This book was released on 1978 with total page 340 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Abstract: Current knowledge of diabetes is explained in lay terms--how it is treated, its causes, and its longterm complications. Heredity plays the major role in contracting diabetes, though obesity, age, stress, and gereral health are often contributing factors. Through proper diet and insulin regulation the disease can be successfully controlled. Juvenile onset diabetes usually requires daily insulin injections; adults onset diabetes has milder symptoms and often injections are not needed. Longterm effects of the disease include circulatory problems, kidney disease, and impaired vision. Research discoveries and careful monitoring of the disease continue to improve patient's general health and longevity. Appendices include directions for following the diabetic diet, guidelines for dining include directions for following the diabetic diet, guidelines for dining out, height and weight charts, and sick day rules.