Type 1 diabetes

Type 2 diabetes

Type 1 diabetes (T1D) is typically caused by an autoimmune reaction whereby the body attacks the cells that produce insulin. Patients with T1D produce very little or no insulin meaning they require insulin to be administered every day to allow them to regulate the levels of glucose in their bloodstream.Type 2 diabetes (T2D) is a chronic condition that accounts for ~90% of diabetes cases . Patients with T2D are either:

resistant to insulin (their body resists the effects of the hormone) or

have a relative insulin deficiency (their body doesn’t produce enough insulin to allow them to regulate glucose levels efficiently)

affecting their ability to metabolize glucose.



T2D is often linked to being overweight or obese. In some cases it is possible to manage the condition by losing weight, adjusting dietary habits, and exercising. However, some patients do require insulin therapy and/or other medications to help them regulate their blood glucose.