
What’s The Difference Between Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes?
There are two main types of diabetes: type 1 and type 2. Both types of diabetes are chronic and characterized by excess levels of blood glucose (sugar). Type 2 diabetes is the most common type, representing 90 to 95 percent of all cases, while type 1 diabetes represents approximately five percent of all cases. It is estimated that more than 100 million American adults are living with diabetes or prediabetes.
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