The Roles of Environmental Pollutants in the Pathogenesis and Prevalence of Diabetes: A Review
Date
2017-02
Authors
Oladele, E.O
Yahaya, T
Obaroh, I.O
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Publisher
Journal of Applied Science and Environmental Management
Abstract
Diabetes is on the rise worldwide with a growing suspicion of association
between environmental pollutants and diabetes. This paper reviewed the roles of environmental
pollutants in the pathogenesis and increasing incidence of diabetes. Relevant information was
retrieved from reliable sources in the internet using Google search engine. The review found
that studies have established environmental pollutants aid in the pathogenesis of diabetes by
causing blood vessel rupture and insulin resistance. Toxic chemicals in pollutants may destroy
or cause mutation in pancreatic β-cells, disrupting its insulin production. People are therefore
advised to live far away from polluted or industrial environment.
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Keywords
Diabetes, Pathogenesis, Pancreas, Mutation, Insulin, Blood vessel
Citation
Yahaya, T, Oboroh, I and Oladele, E.O (2017) The Roles of Environmental Pollutants in the Pathogenesis and Prevalence of Diabetes: A Review. Journal of Applied Science and Environmental Management.21:(1) 5-8.