Being diagnosed with or seeking proper diabetes care can initially be overwhelming. Under Dr. Emi’s care, you will be evaluated and guided in every aspect of your wellness to ensure you are thriving despite your diagnosis. With Dr. Emi’s full spectrum approach to care, you may even be able to reverse your diabetes.
Types of Diabetes
Diabetes is a condition that disrupts the body’s ability to use glucose (blood sugar). Because glucose is the essential fuel for cellular functions, the disruption of its use can lead to substantial complications. When the body utilizes it properly, glucose enters the bloodstream, and the pancreas releases insulin to help your cells absorb it.
- Type 1 Diabetes results when the body does not produce insulin, causing sugar to build up in the bloodstream. Type 1 diabetes is considered an autoimmune disorder in which the immune system mistakingly attacks healthy insulin-producing cells in the pancreas.
- Type 2 Diabetes results when the body produces low levels of insulin or the body becomes resistant to insulin.
In both cases, blood sugars can rise to unmanageable levels over time, potentially leading to other life-threatening diseases like heart disease.
Symptoms of Diabetes
Symptoms of diabetes will vary depending on the type. Type 1 diabetes symptoms will typically develop suddenly. Type 2 diabetes symptoms appear gradually and are often mistaken for other illnesses. Some warning signs of diabetes may include:
- Unexpected weight loss
- Constant thirst and hunger
- Frequent urination
- Irritability and mood swings
- Chronic fatigue
- Slow-healing wounds
- Numbness in your extremities
Diabetes Treatment
After a comprehensive evaluation, Dr. Emi will work closely with you to develop a personalized treatment plan that encompasses all aspects of your physical condition and everyday lifestyle.
Type 1 diabetes is usually treated with insulin and suggested lifestyle changes. Dr. Emi will work with each patient individually to assess their needs.
For patients with Type 2 diabetes, insulin may also be prescribed. Dr. Emi has had astounding success treating Type 2 diabetes patients with lifestyle changes alone. With the help of dietary and nutritional counseling, accompanied by meal and exercise planning, reversing your Type 2 diabetes is possible.
Diabetes Care in Enumclaw, Washington
If you are ready to manage or even reverse your diabetes diagnosis with a comprehensive evaluation and management plan in the Enumclaw area, please call (360) 226-2672 to set up your appointment. Or, get in touch by filling out the form below.
