Condition
Type 1 Diabetes
A condition in which the body does not make insulin, so blood sugar must be managed with insulin every day.
Also called: juvenile diabetes, insulin-dependent diabetes, insulin pump, t1d, insulin dependent diabetes
Who Can Help with Type 1 Diabetes?
- Pediatricians
A physician who provides checkups, vaccines and medical care for infants, children and teenagers.
- Family Doctors
A physician who provides checkups, preventive care and treatment for common illnesses for patients of all ages. Family doctors also manage long-term conditions and refer to specialists when needed.
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General information, not medical advice. Ask a provider about type 1 diabetes and what is right for you.