- female
- 40 Years
- 31/03/2021
What is type 1 and type 2 diabetes?
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Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease. It occurs when the insulin-producing islet cells in the pancreas are completely destroyed, so the body can't produce any insulin. In type 2 diabetes, the islet cells are still working. However, the body is resistant to insulin.
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Consult a Endocrinologist
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