Think diabetes is just type 1 or type 2? Think again. There are over ten different types…and counting! Discover what sets each one apart, learn where you (and your pancreas) fit on the spectrum, and understand why it matters.
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What’s the secret to living well with diabetes for more than five decades? Dr. E opens up about his journey from the “dark ages” of urine testing to the high-tech tools of today, proving that while it’s not always easy or a smooth ride, it’s absolutely possible to thrive.
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Hit with the news that you have type 1? If you feel overwhelmed by a flood of dos and don’ts, food restrictions, and weird medical lingo you’ve never heard of before, don’t panic – we’ve got your back! Here are 10 key things to know and do in the days, weeks, and months ahead.
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If you start experiencing unusual stiffness in your body and it’s not “down there”, it could be stiff person syndrome. SPS is actually a rare autoimmune disorder that affects fewer than 5,000 people in the U.S., but it sometimes does show up in the same company as type 1 diabetes. Dr. E shares how he and his endocrinology team diagnosed one of their T1D patients with the condition.
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Type 1 diabetes doesn’t always travel solo – some people with T1D can have other autoimmune diseases as well. Learn which ones are the most common for people with type 1, along with treatment options and tips for living successfully with multiple conditions.
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