Diabetes is not curable – at least with the knowledge we have so far. Nevertheless, researchers at the American Juvenile Diabetes Foundation continue to work on various ways to monitor and control the disease. As just a taste of the complications that diabetes can cause, over four million people are currently suffering from what is known as diabetic retinopathy.

This is a disease resulting in damage to the small blood vessels of the retina. The result is blindness. Continued research leads to hope that treatments will soon be developed that will lead to either the prevention of this disease or a cure to it, if caught in time.

When not treated, diabetes causes glucose to accumulate in the bloodstream. This extra glucose, if left as a high enough level in the person’s blood stream can cause all sorts of damage to the major organs of the body, including the nervous system.

And that’s one reason why the increasing incidences of type two diabetes among teenagers is troubling. It portends a future where as much as 25% of more of all adults could have diabetes resulting in medical bills of billions of dollars and straining our current healthcare system to its breaking point.

Because of these factors, the diabetic research currently being performed in this country, as well as overseas, is even more important. In one sense, we’re racing against time to discover cures and treatments for the disease. And even though there’s no cure yet, scientist are continually coming up with different and innovative ways to make life livable for those that do have diabetes.

Currently the only treatments for diabetes are going on a diabetic diet or prescription drugs. See diabetic diet guidelines for more info.

Disclaimer: The information on this site is meant for informational purposes only. It should not be used as a substitute for personal care by a licensed physician. Always see your physician for diagnosis and treatment of any underlying symptoms or medical condition.

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