Diabetes Types

Type 1 Diabetes

An autoimmune condition where the immune system attacks insulin-producing cells in the pancreas, leading to little or no insulin production. It usually develops in childhood or adolescence but can occur at any age.

Type 2 Diabetes

A chronic condition where the body becomes resistant to insulin or doesn’t produce enough insulin. It is often linked to lifestyle factors like diet, exercise, and obesity, though genetics can play a role.

Gestational Diabetes

A type of diabetes that develops during pregnancy due to hormonal changes affecting insulin response. It typically resolves after delivery but increases the risk of type 2 diabetes later in life.

Prediabetes

A condition where blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not yet high enough for a diabetes diagnosis. It serves as a warning sign for the potential development of type 2 diabetes.

MODY

(Maturity-Onset Diabetes of the Young)

A rare, hereditary form of diabetes caused by genetic mutations, typically diagnosed in adolescence or early adulthood. Unlike type 1, it doesn’t involve an autoimmune response.

LADA

(Latent Autoimmune Diabetes in Adults)

Often referred to as type 1.5 diabetes, it’s an autoimmune form of diabetes diagnosed in adults that progresses more slowly than traditional type 1 diabetes.

Neonatal Diabetes

A rare form of diabetes that occurs in newborns, usually within the first six months of life, due to a genetic mutation affecting insulin production.

Double Diabetes

A condition where a person with type 1 diabetes also develops insulin resistance, a hallmark of type 2 diabetes, complicating management.

Secondary Diabetes

Diabetes that develops as a result of another medical condition, such as pancreatitis, hormonal disorders, or certain medications like steroids.

Diabetes Insipidus

Though not related to blood sugar levels, it involves a different hormonal imbalance leading to excessive thirst and urination. It’s often confused with other diabetes types due to its name.