Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune condition in which the body's immune system attacks and destroys insulin-producing cells in the pancreas. This results in a lack of insulin production, leading to high blood sugar levels. Type 1 diabetes is typically diagnosed in children and young adults.
Type 2 diabetes is a metabolic disorder in which the body becomes resistant to the effects of insulin or does not produce enough insulin to maintain normal blood sugar levels. It is often associated with lifestyle factors such as obesity, lack of physical activity, and poor diet. Type 2 diabetes is more common in adults, but can also occur in children and adolescents.
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Jun 25
Type 1 Diabetes
- Cause: Autoimmune disorder where the immune system attacks and destroys insulin-producing beta cells in the pancreas - Onset: Usually develops in childhood or adolescence, but can occur at any age - Symptoms: Sudden onset of thirst, frequent urination, unexplained weight loss, fatigue, blurred vision - Treatment: Requires daily insulin injections or an insulin pump to manage blood sugar levels
Type 2 Diabetes
- Cause: Combination of genetic and lifestyle factors, such as obesity, physical inactivity, and poor diet - Onset: Usually develops in adulthood, but can occur at any age - Symptoms: Often goes unnoticed or has mild symptoms, such as frequent thirst, urination, fatigue, and blurred vision - Treatment: Lifestyle modifications (diet, exercise) and medications to lower blood sugar levels