New Onset Diabetes in Adults: Type 1 and Type 2 Differences

Most of the adult population that develops diabetes is diagnosed with type 2—but anywhere from 10% to 30% of adults may have type 1. Here's what you need to know to tell the difference, make the correct diagnosis, and offer effective treatment.

Most of the adult population that develops diabetes is diagnosed with type 2—but anywhere from 10% to 30% of adults may have type 1. Here's what you need to know to tell the difference, make the correct diagnosis, and offer effective treatment.

Most of the adult population that develops diabetes is diagnosed with type 2—but anywhere from 10% to 30% of adults may have type 1. Here's what you need to know to tell the difference, make the correct diagnosis, and offer effective treatment.