Types of Diabetes

When the body does not produce insulin, type 1 (or insulin-dependent diabetes) develops. Although type 1 is most often diagnosed in children or young adults, the disease can strike at any age.

When the body doesn't produce enough insulin or does not use it properly, type 2 (or insulin resistance diabetes) develops. Type 2 is most often diagnosed in overweight adults age 40+ with a family history of diabetes, however, it is becoming increasingly common in younger people, especially adolescents. Also, certain racial and ethnic groups-African-Americans, Asian-Americans, Latinos and Native Americans-are more prone to diabetes. Often, type 2 symptoms develop gradually, so people may have the disease for months or years before it is diagnosed. Most people who develop type 2 diabetes first exhibit signs of pre-diabetes, with blood glucose levels elevated but below the diabetes range.

In this section, you can find further information about the different classifications on diabetes and other types of glucose intolerance:


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