The Is The Complex Medical Condition Of Diabetes Mellitus...

The Need Diabetes is the complex medical condition by which the entire body is affected and in turn requires daily self-care. In reference to the Better Health Channel (2015), diabetes mellitus (diabetes) is the potentially life-threatening condition where the pancreas loses its ability to produce insulin at a rate that is able to maintain and regulate blood glucose levels in order for the body to work effectively (Diabetesaustralia.com.au, 2015). The Insulin Patch serves as an alternative solution, eliminating the need for tradition invasive methods of supplying the body with the necessary insulin to function. Statistics illustrate that diabetes is a prevalent medical epidemic, particularly in Australia, which suggests that there is a clear market need for this product. While this product is essentially a â€Å"Painkiller†, it also fits into the â€Å"Candy† category as there are pre-existing methods. Nonetheless, the Insulin Patch serves as clean and safer non-invasive method of storing and supplying the body with required dosages of insulin without the need for needles or excess baggage. The Concept As traditional needle insulin injections may cause its users to feel discomfort with each use, the Insulin Patch is an alternative method to providing the body with the required dosages of insulin with only two patches needed a day – morning and midday. The disposable patch is a compilation of memory-weave, biodegradable fabric embedded with insulin infused short nano fibres and aShow MoreRelatedDiabetes Mellitus : A Serious Medical Condition1356 Words   |  6 PagesDiabetes Mellitus is a serious medical condition that can significantly affect the lives of individuals and lead to other medical complications. It has become a national health priority area due to the high number of individuals affected and the costs it places on the health care system. 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