Type 1 Diabetes

Type 1 diabetes is a condition where the body's immune system attacks and destroys the insulin-producing cells in the pancreas. This leads to high blood sugar levels and a lack of insulin, which is needed to use glucose for energy. It often starts in childhood and requires regular insulin injections or the use of an insulin pump to manage blood sugar levels. Learning about the symptoms, treatment, and management of type 1 diabetes is important for those living with this condition.