WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE IN TYPE 1 AND TYPE 2 DIABETES?
Diabetes is classified into two main types: Type 1 and Type 2. With Type 1 diabetes, the body does not produce insulin. Type 1 is usually diagnosed in children and used to be commonly known as juvenile diabetes. However, Type 1 diabetes can occur at any age. Children with Type 1 diabetes are usually not overweight and may have lost weight prior to diagnosis. Insulin injections must be taken daily. Type 1 diabetes accounts for only 5 to 10 percent of diabetes. Type 2 diabetes is the most common form of diabetes and used to be called adult onset diabetes. Type 2 diabetes can also occur at any age and accounts for 90 to 95 percent of diabetes. Type 2 diabetes is increasing among Americans of all ages, including children. Obesity and lack of physical activity increase the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes. Approximately 85% of children diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes are either overweight or obese. With Type 2 diabetes, the body either does not produce enough insulin or does not make effic
