Wikipedia Rocks II

In a previous post I talked about Wikipedia, the interactive website that is not quite considered a reliable source, but that contains tons of information on all subjects. I searched type 1 diabetes, in which an article came up, where I thought the first paragraph could use some additional facts about both the classical and additional symptoms. I posted the paragraph previous to my modifications and then the altered paragraph, which accepted my changes immediately, or so I thought. Upon a recent visit to the same Wikipedia page on type 1 diabetes, I realized that my changes were no longer reflected and the paragraph reverted back to its original format. Let me show you what I mean!   

Original paragraph previous to my changes:

Diabetes mellitus type 1 (also known as type 1 diabetes) is a form of diabetes mellitus in which not enough insulin is produced.^[4] This results in high blood sugar levels in the body.^[1] The classical symptoms are frequent urination, increased thirst, increased hunger, and weight loss.^[4] Additional symptoms may include blurry vision, feeling tired, and poor healing.^[2] Symptoms typically develop over a short period of time.^[1]   

Paragraph with my changes included:

Diabetes mellitus type 1 (also known as type 1 diabetes) is a form of diabetes mellitus in which not enough insulin is produced.^[4] This results in high blood sugar levels in the body.^[1] The classical symptoms are frequent urination, increased thirst, increased hunger and appetite, sugar in urine, and weight loss.^[4] Additional symptoms may include blurry vision and vision changes, drowsiness and lethargy, heavy breathing, sweet breath, feeling tired, and poor healing.^[2] Symptoms typically develop over a short period of time.^[1]

Paragraph as it currently reads:

Diabetes mellitus type 1 (also known as type 1 diabetes) is a form of diabetes mellitus in which not enough insulin is produced.^[4] This results in high blood sugar levels in the body.^[1] The classical symptoms are frequent urination, increased thirst, increased hunger, and weight loss.^[4] Additional symptoms may include blurry vision, feeling tired, and poor healing.^[2] Symptoms typically develop over a short period of time.^[1]

I am not sure about the process that takes place for changes to become permanent within Wikipedia, but apparently my modifications did not make the cut. If you know how this works, please enlighten me; I welcome the comments. 

The Difference Between Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes

Most people do not know the difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes. The term diabetic covers the spectrum of people in both categories, but there are some significant differences in the two forms of the disease. The video below highlights the major distinctions between the two types.

As noted, type 1 diabetes often begins in adolescence, whereas type 2 diabetes has its onset in later years. Type 1 is the non-production of insulin by the pancreas, while type 2 is the limited production of the hormone. Finally, insulin is required for type 1 diabetics to take on a daily basis, sometimes numerous times a day, to control glucose levels. Type 2 diabetics can maintain their blood sugar without the use of insulin, though that usually takes careful monitoring of glucose levels and a carefully managed diet.