Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus
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Which type of diabetes is generally diagnosed in people under age 40?

  • Type 1 (correct)
  • Type 3
  • Type 4
  • Type 2

    • What is the major distinction between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes?

  • Type 1 diabetes requires exogenous insulin for life, while Type 2 does not
  • Type 1 diabetes is caused by a genetic link, while Type 2 is not
  • Type 1 diabetes is characterized by an absence of endogenous insulin, while Type 2 is not (correct)
  • Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disorder, while Type 2 is not

    • What are some risk factors for Type 2 diabetes?

  • Having a family history of Type 1 diabetes
  • Being overweight or obese (correct)
  • Being underweight or normal weight
  • Being of young age

    • How is Type 2 diabetes often discovered?

    <p>Through routine glucose or A1C testing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common treatment for Type 1 diabetes?

    <p>Exogenous insulin</p> Signup and view all the answers

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