03/06/2026
Type 1 diabetes occurs when the immune system destroys insulin-producing cells in the pancreas, leading to high blood glucose levels. It accounts for 5% to 10% of all cases of diabetes.
For more information, check out this easy to read article provided by The Jama Network!
This JAMA Patient Page describes type 1 diabetes and its risk factors, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and prognosis.