Type 1 diabetes
Other namesDiabetes mellitus type 1, insulin-dependent diabetes, juvenile diabetes
Pronunciation
  • /dəbtəs/
SpecialtyEndocrinology
SymptomsFrequent urination, increased thirst, increased hunger, weight loss
ComplicationsDiabetic ketoacidosis, nonketotic hyperosmolar coma, poor healing, cardiovascular disease, damage to the eyes
Usual onsetRelatively short period of time
DurationLong term
CausesBody does not produce enough insulin
Risk factorsFamily history, celiac disease
Diagnostic methodBlood sugar, A1C
PreventionUnknown
TreatmentInsulin, diabetic diet, exercise
Frequency~7.5% of diabetes cases