Type 1: Characterized as an autoimmune disease, type 1 diabetes involves the immune system targeting and dismantling cells in the pancreas responsible for insulin production. The exact cause of this immune response remains unclear.
Type 2: Involving insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes occurs when the body's cells become less responsive to insulin, leading to an accumulation of sugar in the bloodstream. This form is the most prevalent, accounting for approximately 90% to 95% of all diabetes cases.
Type 1.5: Also recognized as latent autoimmune diabetes in adults (LADA), type 1.5 diabetes emerges in adulthood and progresses gradually, akin to type 2 diabetes. LADA, being an autoimmune disorder, is not manageable through dietary or lifestyle interventions.
Diabetes insipidus: Despite its name, this rare condition is unrelated to diabetes mellitus. Diabetes insipidus involves excessive removal of fluid by the kidneys, presenting a distinct set of challenges separate from other diabetes types. Each variant of diabetes showcases distinct symptoms, causative factors, and treatment approaches.
