what are types of diabetes

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anonymous · Answer

Type one: Which is controlled genetically and develop since childhood, and requires insulin injections

Type two: Is where it is "kinda" genetically, develop after 40 usually, and could be controlled by lifestyle

anonymous · Answer

Actually, we've seen a rise of type 2 diabetes in children and adolescents due to childhood obesity.

Type 1 Diabetes is caused by insulin deficiency due to a destruction of insulin-producing pancreatic beta cells. It most commonly presents in childhood but one-fourth of cases are diagnosed in adults.

In contrast, Type 2 Diabetes is caused by insulin resistance and impairment in insulin secretion.  Some patients have varying degrees of insulin deficiency as well.  It is closely related to obesity.