Type 1 diabetes videos
Peer reviewed by Dr Colin Tidy, MRCGPAuthored by Lawrence Higgins
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Our type 1 diabetes video hub features expert-led videos covering everything you need to know—from what causes type 1 diabetes and its common symptoms, to how it’s treated and the possible complications to watch out for. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or supporting someone with the condition, these videos are here to help you take control and live well.
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Overview
Type 1 diabetes is a condition were your body cannot make insulin. It is different to type 2 diabetes which happens when the body doesn’t use insulin properly or doesn’t make enough of it.
What is type 1 diabetes?
What's the difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes?
Causes
The exact cause of type 1 diabetes is unknown. It is not directly inherited, but having a family member with type 1 diabetes can slightly increase your risk of having it.
Is type 1 diabetes hereditary?
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Symptoms
The symptoms of type 1 diabetes often include feeling very thirsty, peeing a lot, feeling tired, losing weight without trying, and blurry vision.
How do you know if you have type 1 diabetes?
Treatment
You can keep your blood glucose levels from getting too high by carefully managing insulin doses, monitoring your blood sugar regularly, eating a balanced diet, and staying active.
What can someone with type 1 diabetes do to stop their blood glucose going too high?
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Complications
Type 1 diabetes can cause weight loss before diagnosis. Once treatment begins, weight may stabilise or even increase as insulin helps your body use glucose effectively.
How does type 1 diabetes affect your weight?
Article history
The information on this page is peer reviewed by qualified clinicians.
Originally published
Authored by:
Lawrence HigginsPeer reviewed by
Dr Colin Tidy, MRCGP
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