Most children who get type 1 diabetes, don't have another family member with it.
This because type 1 diabetes isn't hereditary. It's an inflammatory autoimmune disease of the pancreas that results in a lack of insulin.
Type 1 diabetes is usually diagnosed between the ages of 10-13. And there's nothing you or your child can do to prevent it.
But, it's essential you seek medical help if y... ››› more
Pancreatitis is a very painful condition in which the pancreas gets inflamed, sometimes leading to removal of the organ. The most common causes of pancreatitis include: Gallstones, alcohol abuse, an autoimmune response, viral infections and a high blood fat level.
Because the pancreas is responsible for producing insulin, if doctors decide to remove the pancreas, the patient automatically contrac... ››› more