Overview
Type 1 diabetes usually starts in childhood.
When to get urgent help
Seek emergency help for vomiting.
Causes and risk factors
Autoimmunity.
How it develops (pathophysiology)
T cells destroy insulin-producing beta cells.
Signs and symptoms
Thirst, urination, weight loss.
How it is diagnosed
Glucose, antibodies.
Possible complications
DKA, complications.
Medicines
Insulin.
Other treatments
Glucose monitoring.
Living with it and prevention
Teplizumab can delay onset.
Outlook
Good with control.
