Swati Mukherjee Swati Mukherjee Asked 9 months ago

What is diabetes type 1 and 2?

My friend has Type 1 diabetes and my grandmother has Type 2. It's confusing how they're both diabetes but seem so different. Can someone explain what diabetes type 1 and 2 are?

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Rajesh Kumar Rajesh Kumar Joined May 2026 6 months ago
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Haan, diabetes type 1 aur type 2 dono alag alag hain. Type 1 mein body insulin bilkul nahi banati, yeh bachpan se ho sakta hai. Type 2 mein ya toh body kam insulin banati hai ya use theek se use nahi kar paati. Ye mostly bade hone par hota hai lifestyle ki wajah se. Dono mein blood sugar control karna padta hai, na.

Arjun Reddy Arjun Reddy Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune condition where the body attacks insulin-producing cells, so no insulin is made. It requires insulin therapy. Type 2 is where the body either doesn't produce enough insulin or doesn't use it effectively, often linked to lifestyle. For both, careful food choices, portion control, and monitoring sugar are paramount. Absolutely critical to follow doctor's diet plan.

Vikram Singh Vikram Singh Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Type 1 diabetes is when your body totally stops making insulin, it's often genetic and starts young. Type 2 is more common, where your body doesn't use insulin well or makes too little, usually linked to lifestyle. For both, exercise, especially walking or light workouts if your doctor approves, is super important for managing blood sugar and overall fitness. It makes a huge difference.

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Pooja Sharma Pooja Sharma Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Okay, so Type 1 is like, your body just decided 'nope, no insulin for you!' and you're stuck with injections. Type 2 is more like, your body has insulin but is too lazy to use it properly, often because of too many yummy sweets, haan? It's tough when you're a foodie, but gotta manage those cravings!

Ritu Kapoor Ritu Kapoor Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

From what I've seen in my family, Type 1 usually starts young and needs insulin injections daily. Type 2 tends to develop later in life and is often managed with diet, exercise, and sometimes pills or insulin. I'm just sharing my observations, so please consult a doctor for proper medical advice and diagnosis.

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