Bethany Kinsey, NP

Articles

Impact of Delayed Intervention in Stage 2 Type 1 Diabetes

December 21, 2024

Panelists discuss discusses how delayed intervention in Stage 2 Type 1 diabetes can accelerate beta cell destruction, leading to more severe clinical onset and increased risk of life-threatening complications like diabetic ketoacidosis.

Stages and Symptoms of Type 1 Diabetes

December 21, 2024

Panelists discuss how Type 1 diabetes progresses through distinct stages, beginning with asymptomatic autoantibody presence, followed by abnormal blood sugar levels, and ultimately manifesting with classic symptoms like excessive thirst, frequent urination, and unexplained weight loss.

Screening Guidelines for Type 1 Diabetes

December 21, 2024

Panelists discuss how early screening for Type 1 diabetes involves testing for autoantibodies in at-risk individuals, particularly those with family history or genetic predisposition, to enable prompt intervention and reduce the risk of diabetic ketoacidosis at diagnosis.

Living with Type 1 Diabetes

December 21, 2024

Panelists discuss how managing Type 1 diabetes requires constant vigilance through blood sugar monitoring, insulin administration, and lifestyle adjustments to maintain healthy glucose levels throughout daily life.