What is the difference between diabetes1 and 2?

Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease that occurs when the body's immune system attacks and destroys the cells in the pancreas that make insulin. Insulin is a hormone that helps glucose, or sugar, get from the blood into the cells for energy. Without insulin, blood sugar levels can get too high and cause serious health problems.

Type 2 diabetes is a chronic disease that occurs when the body doesn't make enough insulin or doesn't use insulin well. This can also cause blood sugar levels to get too high.

Here is a table summarizing the key differences between type 1 and type 2 diabetes:

| Feature | Type 1 diabetes | Type 2 diabetes |

|---|---|---|

| Age of onset | Usually diagnosed in children and young adults | Usually diagnosed in adults over 40 |

| Cause | Autoimmune disease | Combination of genetic and lifestyle factors |

| Symptoms | Frequent urination, thirst, hunger, weight loss, fatigue | Frequent urination, thirst, hunger, blurred vision, fatigue, slow-healing sores |

| Treatment | Insulin therapy, healthy diet, exercise | Healthy diet, exercise, oral medications, insulin therapy (if necessary) |

| Complications | Heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, blindness, nerve damage | Heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, blindness, nerve damage, amputations |

It is important to note that type 1 and type 2 diabetes are both serious diseases that can lead to serious health problems if not properly managed. If you have any of the symptoms of diabetes, see your doctor right away.