Insulin therapy
Insulin Therapy
Insulin therapy (pronounced /ˈɪnsjʊlɪn θɛrəpi/) is a critical component of diabetes management. It involves the administration of insulin, a hormone that regulates the amount of glucose in the blood.
Etymology
The term "insulin" comes from the Latin insula, meaning "island", referring to the Islets of Langerhans in the pancreas where insulin is produced. The term "therapy" is derived from the Greek therapeia, meaning "healing".
Overview
Insulin therapy is used to treat both Type 1 diabetes and Type 2 diabetes. In Type 1 diabetes, the body does not produce insulin, so it must be provided externally. In Type 2 diabetes, the body does not use insulin properly, and insulin therapy can help to regulate blood glucose levels.
Insulin can be administered through injections or an insulin pump. The type and amount of insulin required can vary depending on the individual's specific needs and lifestyle.
Related Terms
- Blood glucose monitoring: The process of testing the amount of glucose in the blood. This is an essential part of managing diabetes and insulin therapy.
- Hypoglycemia: A condition characterized by abnormally low blood glucose levels. This can be a side effect of insulin therapy if not properly managed.
- Hyperglycemia: A condition characterized by abnormally high blood glucose levels. This can occur if the body does not have enough insulin to process the glucose in the blood.
- Insulin resistance: A condition in which the body's cells do not respond properly to insulin. This can lead to Type 2 diabetes and may require insulin therapy.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Insulin therapy
- Wikipedia's article - Insulin therapy
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