You too can have type-5 diabetes, know what are the symptoms

Type-5 Diabetes: Type-5 diabetes is quite different from type-1 and type-2, which can affect malnourished people. Let's know about it in detail-

Type-5 Diabetes: In today's time, people are getting many types of lifestyle related diseases, which also includes diabetes. There are many types of diabetes, such as type-1, type-2, gestational diabetes etc. Recently scientists have identified a new type of diabetes, known as type-5 diabetes. This diabetes is different from type-1 and type-2, which affects malnourished people. Let us know who can get type-5 diabetes and what are its symptoms?

Who does type 5 diabetes affect?

Malnourished people are at greater risk

This type of diabetes is associated with malnutrition. It can mainly affect weak and malnourished adolescents and young people. Its cases are mainly found in poor and middle-income countries.  

affects teenagers and young people

Type-5 diabetes usually affects young people and adolescents more. Mainly those who are more lean and thin are at higher risk. 

 

What are the symptoms of type 5 diabetes

The symptoms of type-5 diabetes emerge gradually, which is very important to pay attention to. Let's know what its symptoms are-

• Constant fatigue
• Weight loss or no weight gain for no known reason
• Sudden halt in physical development
• Frequent infections
• Excessive thirst in children
• Frequent urination
• Wounds not healing, etc.

How to prevent type-5 diabetes?

To prevent type-5 diabetes, you must understand that this type of diabetes is not currently recognized. Therefore, it is not possible to say anything precisely about its prevention. However, if you want to stay safe from this diabetes, then make your diet nutritious. So that you can avoid malnutrition. This can prevent this type of diabetes to a great extent.

 

Disclaimer: Some of the information given in the news is based on media reports. Before implementing any suggestion, please consult the concerned expert.