DR1
Diabetes Mellitus Type 1: A Comprehensive Guide
Description
Diabetes mellitus type 1 (T1DM) is a chronic autoimmune condition in which the pancreas is unable to produce sufficient insulin, a hormone essential for regulating blood sugar levels. This condition usually develops in childhood or adolescence, with less than 10% of cases occurring after the age of 30. Individuals with T1DM require lifelong insulin therapy to manage their blood sugar levels.
Associated Diseases
T1DM is associated with several other autoimmune diseases, including:
- Celiac disease
- Graves' disease
- Addison's disease
- Pernicious anemia
- Vitiligo
Did you Know ?
Approximately 0.5% of the global population has T1DM, making it the most common form of diabetes in children under 15 years of age.
