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Stage 1 |
Stage 2 |
Stage 3* |
Early-stage type 1 diabetes
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Early-stage type 1 diabetes
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Insulin-dependent type 1 diabetes
*This stage is when type 1 diabetes is typically diagnosed |
You don't have to be caught off guard!
A diagnosis of autoimmune type 1 diabetes often comes without warning and in a traumatic way like an emergency room visit. Early screening could help.
It can take months or years before symptoms of type 1 diabetes are noticed. Type 1 diabetes symptoms can develop in just a few weeks or months. Once symptoms appear, they can be severe.
Some type 1 diabetes symptoms are similar to symptoms of other health conditions. Don't guess! If you think you could have type 1 diabetes, see your doctor to get your blood sugar tested. Untreated diabetes can lead to very serious—even fatal—health problems.
You can get type 1 diabetes at any age, but it usually develops in children, teens, or young adults.
Risk factors for type 1 diabetes are not as clear as for prediabetes and type 2 diabetes. Known risk factors include:
- Family history: Having a parent, brother, or sister with type 1 diabetes.
- Age: You can get type 1 diabetes at any age, but it usually develops in children, teens, or young adults.
In the United States, White people are more likely to develop type 1 diabetes than African American and Hispanic or Latino people.
Type 1 diabetes is thought to be caused by an autoimmune reaction (the body attacks itself by mistake). This reaction destroys the cells in the pancreas that make insulin, called beta cells. This process can go on for months or years before any symptoms appear.
Some people have certain genes (traits passed on from parent to child) that increase their chance of developing type 1 diabetes. However, many of them won't go on to have type 1 diabetes even if they have the genes. A trigger in the environment, such as a virus, may also play a part in developing type 1 diabetes. Diet and lifestyle habits don't cause type 1 diabetes.
A simple blood test is used to screen for diabetes. If you were tested at a health fair or pharmacy, follow up at a clinic or doctor's office. That way you'll be sure the results are accurate.
If your doctor thinks you have type 1 diabetes, your blood may also be tested for autoantibodies. These substances indicate your body is attacking itself and are often found with type 1 diabetes but not with type 2. You may have your urine tested for ketones. Ketones are produced when your body burns fat for energy. Having ketones in your urine indicates you have type 1 diabetes instead of type 2.
For parentsIf your young child has type 1 diabetes, you'll handle daily diabetes care, such as giving insulin injections and watching for and treating hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). You'll also need to stay in close contact with your child's health care team. They will help you understand the treatment plan and how to help your child stay healthy. |
Unlike many health conditions, diabetes is managed mostly by you, with support from your health care team:
- Primary care doctor
- Foot doctor
- Dentist
- Eye doctor
- Registered dietitian nutritionist
- Diabetes educator
- Pharmacist
Also ask your family, teachers, and other important people in your life for help and support. Managing diabetes can be challenging, but everything you do to improve your health is worth it!
You'll need to take insulin shots (or wear an insulin pump) every day. Insulin is needed to manage your blood sugar levels and give your body energy. You can't take insulin as a pill. That's because the acid in your stomach would destroy it before it could get into your bloodstream. Your doctor will work with you to figure out the most effective type and dosage of insulin for you.
You'll also need to do regular blood sugar checks. Ask your doctor how often you should check it and what your target blood sugar levels should be. Keeping your blood sugar levels as close to target as possible will help you prevent or delay diabetes-related complications.
Hypoglycemia and diabetic ketoacidosis are common complications of diabetes, and you'll need to know how to handle them. Meet with your doctor for step-by-step instructions.
Stress is a part of life, but it can make managing diabetes harder. Regular physical activity, getting enough sleep, and exercises to relax can help. Talk to your doctor and diabetes educator about these and other ways you can manage stress.
Healthy lifestyle habits are really important too:
- Making healthy food choices
- Being physically active
- Managing your blood pressure
- Managing your cholesterol
Regular appointments with your health care team can help you stay on track with your treatment plan and offer new ideas and strategies if needed.
The medications listed below are related to or used in the treatment of this condition.
Drug name | Rating | Rx/OTC | Preg | CSA | Alcohol |
Humalog | 7.6 | Rx | B | N | X |
Lantus | 7.5 | Rx | C | N | X |
Novolog | 6.6 | Rx | B | N | X |
Lantus SoloStar | 3.0 | Rx | C | N | X |
Levemir | 5.4 | Rx | B | N | X |
NovoLog FlexPen | 1.5 | Rx | B | N | X |
insulin glargine | 3.1 | Rx | C | N | X |
Apidra | Rx | C | N | X | |
Tresiba | 4.1 | Rx | C | N | X |
insulin lispro | 3.9 | Rx | B | N | X |
Basaglar | 2.0 | Rx | C | N | X |
insulin aspart | 6.2 | Rx | B | N | X |
Toujeo SoloStar | 2.7 | Rx | C | N | X |
Humulin N | 10 | OTC | B | N | X |
Afrezza | 68 | Rx | C | N | X |
Fiasp | 7.6 | Rx | B | N | X |
Humulin R | OTC | B | N | X | |
insulin regular | 7.5 | Rx/OTC | B | N | X |
Novolin R | 7.0 | OTC | B | N | X |
Symlin | 10 | Rx | C | N | X |
Novolin N | 2.0 | OTC | B | N | X |
Admelog | 2.6 | Rx | B | N | X |
Humulin 70/30 | OTC | B | N | X | |
Novolin 70/30 | 10 | OTC | B | N | X |
Semglee | 1.0 | Rx | C | N | X |
Toujeo Max SoloStar | Rx | C | N | X | |
Humalog Mix 75/25 | 9.0 | Rx | B | N | X |
Lyumjev | 9.0 | Rx | B | N | X |
Rezvoglar | Rx | C | N | X | |
insulin glulisine | 8.5 | Rx | C | N | X |
NovoLog Mix 70/30 | 10 | Rx | B | N | X |
octreotide Off-label | 9.0 | Rx | B | N | |
Humulin R U-500 (Concentrated) | 10 | Rx | B | N | X |
insulin degludec | 4.1 | Rx | C | N | X |
insulin detemir | 5.4 | Rx | B | N | X |
insulin isophane | 8.4 | OTC | B | N | X |
NovoLog Mix 70/30 FlexPen | Rx | B | N | X | |
NovoLog PenFill | Rx | B | N | X | |
pramlintide | 10 | Rx | C | N | X |
Humalog Mix 75/25 KwikPen | Rx | B | N | X | |
Humulin R U-500 KwikPen | Rx | B | N | X | |
insulin aspart/insulin aspart protamine | 10 | Rx | B | N | X |
insulin inhalation, rapid acting | 6.8 | Rx | C | N | X |
insulin isophane / insulin regular | 95 | OTC | B | N | X |
Merilog | Rx | B | N | X | |
Myxredlin | Rx | B | N | X | |
Humalog Mix 50/50 KwikPen | Rx | B | N | X | |
Humulin N Pen | OTC | B | N | X | |
insulin lispro/insulin lispro protamine | 9.0 | Rx | B | N | X |
Symlin Pen | Rx | C | N | X | |
SymlinPen 60 | 10 | Rx | C | N | X |
teplizumab | Rx | N | |||
Tzield | Rx | N | |||
donislecel | Rx | U | |||
Humulin 50/50 | OTC | B | N | X | |
Humulin 70/30 Pen | OTC | B | N | X | |
Lantidra | Rx | U | |||
ReliOn/Novolin 70/30 | 9.0 | OTC | B | N | X |
SymlinPen 120 | 10 | Rx | C | N | X |
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Rating | For ratings, users were asked how effective they found the medicine while considering positive/adverse effects and ease of use (1 = not effective, 10 = most effective). |
Rx | Prescription only. |
OTC | Over-the-counter. |
Rx/OTC | Prescription or Over-the-counter. |
Pregnancy Category | Controlled Substances Act (CSA) Schedule | Alcohol | |||
B | Animal reproduction studies have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. | U | CSA Schedule is unknown. | X |
Interacts with Alcohol.
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C | Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use in pregnant women despite potential risks. | N | Is not subject to the Controlled Substances Act. |
** Good Luck with your Diabetic Situation **
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