How to differentiate between type 1 and type 2 diabetes
Disease description:
Recently, my mother was diagnosed with diabetes, specifically type 2 diabetes. How can you differentiate between type 1 and type 2 diabetes?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Pan Yongyuan
Type 1 and type 2 diabetes can be differentiated based on factors such as pancreatic islet function and age. Generally, type 1 diabetes is more common in children and adolescents, typically affecting younger individuals due to severe impairment of islet function. In contrast, type 2 diabetes is more prevalent among older patients and is associated with milder impairment of islet function.
