November is American Diabetes Month. Do you know the differences between type 1 and type 2 diabetes? Here are a few examples:
Type 1:
- Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disorder
- The pancreas is unable to produce insulin because of an overreactive immune system
- Type 1 diabetics must use synthetic insulin to manage their diabetes
Type 2:
- Type 2 diabetes is generally caused by insulin resistance
- The pancreas makes insulin but it cannot use it properly
- Type 2 diabetics may use various medications to manage their diabetes and may use synthetic insulin if they need more or their pancreas stops creating it
Type 1 diabetes is a lifelong autoimmune condition in which the immune system destroys insulin-producing beta cells in the pancreas, leading to a lack of insulin and an inability to regulate blood sugar levels. MMRI’s research aims to uncover the underlying genetic and immunological factors that trigger this autoimmune response, with the goal of developing treatments that can prevent or reverse the destruction of beta cells, and ultimately lead to better management or even a cure.
Type 2 diabetes significantly increases the risk of developing cardiovascular problems due to several interrelated factors that impact heart health. MMRI’s research into type 2 diabetes is focused on finding treatments to reduce the harmful effects, like heart failure, caused as a result of untreated cardiometabolic disorders.
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