Dr. Anna Bradley

Type 1 diabetes occurs when the pancreas stops producing insulin, requiring insulin treatment, while Type 2 diabetes involves insulin resistance and often responds to lifestyle changes or medications. The CDC reports 90-95% of diabetes cases are Type 2, with risk factors including being overweight. Early detection is critical as insulin resistance can precede diagnosis by years.

Type 1 diabetes occurs when the pancreas stops producing insulin, while Type 2 diabetes involves insulin resistance despite insulin production. The CDC reports 90-95% of diabetes cases are Type 2, often linked to overweight and lifestyle factors. Treatments differ, with Type 1 requiring insulin and Type 2 using medications or lifestyle changes.