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Diabetes is diagnosed when the urine smells sweet
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Diabetes treated with dietary changes
Patients were advised to eat only the fat of animal meat and consume large amounts of sugar -
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Diabetes treated with prescribed exercise
Horseback riding was known to relieve urination frequency. Therefore, it was prescribed to those who suffered from frequent urination. -
John Rollo first treats patients with dietary restrictions
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Joseph von Mering proves pancreas is source of diabetic issues
A study was completed where a dog's pancreas was removed and the dog developed diabetes. It was confirmed that malfunctions of the pancreas led to diabetes. -
Fredrick Banting discovers insulin
After his discovery, he and his team began animal testing with insulin and diabetes. -
First patient successfully treated with insulin for diabetes
Successful treatment earned those involved a Nobel Prize in Medicine -
Use of Protamine zinc insulin
Insulin that functions more efficiently than those previously used. -
Use of Lente insulin
This insulin is longer lasting than those used previously -
Today...
Today, people can test their blood sugar levels at home and be treated accordingly.
