My friend says he has Type 1 diabetes, while his cousin has Type 2 diabetes. They were discussing who was in more trouble. Which is more dangerous; Type 1 diabetes or Type 2 diabetes?
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Generally, both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes are prevalent equally these days. Both are related to the endocrine system. The basic cause of both problems is minimally yet significantly different for both.
While Type 1 usually is about genetically low insulin production in the pancreas, Type 2 is diet-related and develops over time to result in insulin resistance in the body. The glucose levels in the body remain high in both cases.
Both may pose serious health complications if blood sugars are not maintained in a healthy range. While type 2 diabetes can be managed with oral anti-diabetic medications in most cases, type 1 patients need insulin injections right from the beginning..
So they should consult their doctor for regular follow ups. Follow all the necessary precautions. Take all the medications timely. Religiously following the dosage will reduce the complications and improve the quality of life.
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