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Diabetes Collection—Type 1


General Overview Type 1 diabetes is a disorder in which the body does not make insulin. Insulin is a hormone that helps the body convert food into energy. Without insulin, glucose (sugar) from the food you eat cannot enter cells, causing your body tissue to become starved for energy. More InDepth What is type 1 diabetes? What are the risk factors? What are the symptoms? How is it diagnosed? What are the screening tests? What are the complications of type 1 diabetes? How can I reduce my risk? What questions should I ask my healthcare provider about type 1 diabetes?		Related Conditions Addison's disease Celiac disease Hyperthyroidism Hypothyroidism Vitiligo Natural and Alternative Treatments (By Condition) Diabetes, complications Diabetes, general Resources American Diabetes Association http://www.diabetes.org Juvenile Diabetes Foundation International http://www.jdf.org National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive & Kidney Diseases http://www.niddk.nih.gov

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