Type 1 Diabetes
An autoimmune condition in which the pancreas stops producing insulin, usually beginning in childhood or young adulthood.
Also known as: juvenile diabetes, insulin-dependent diabetes, T1D.
Category: Endocrine & Metabolic
Drugs labeled for Type 1 Diabetes
14 medication ingredients list an association with type 1 diabetes in current FDA labeling.
Symptoms associated with Type 1 Diabetes
The following symptoms have been associated with Type 1 Diabetes in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Blurred vision
Lack of sharpness of vision resulting in the inability to see fine detail....
Excessive Thirst
An abnormal or excessive feeling of thirst that persists even after drinking fluids, which can be a sign of hi...
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Frequent Urination
The need to urinate more often than usual, which can be a sign of diabetes, urinary tract infection, enlarged ...
Increased Appetite
A stronger than usual desire to eat, which can be related to hormonal, metabolic, or mood conditions....
Nausea and vomiting
Nausea is a commonly encountered symptom that has been defined as an unpleasant painless subjective feeling th...
Weight loss
Reduction of total body weight....
Tests used to investigate Type 1 Diabetes
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Type 1 Diabetes. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Fasting Glucose
Measures blood sugar after fasting to screen for diabetes and prediabetes....
Fasting Insulin
Measures insulin levels to help assess insulin resistance....
Glucose 6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase G6Pd Test, Quantitative
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Glucose Blood Test
The glucose test is a blood test used to measure glucose (blood sugar) levels. Glucose is the major source of ...
Hemoglobin A1C Testing
The hemoglobin A1c (glycated hemoglobin) test measures how well diabetes is being controlled. Order the test o...
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c)
Reflects average blood sugar over the past 2-3 months....
Igf-1 Insulin Blood Test
Our IGF-1 blood test is commonly used to measure levels of human growth hormone (hGH) and its activity....
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
Conditions with overlapping symptoms
These conditions share symptoms with Type 1 Diabetes, which is why a clinical evaluation is important.
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Granulomatosis with polyangiitis
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Microscopic polyangiitis
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TSH-secreting pituitary adenoma
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Type 2 Diabetes
A chronic condition in which the body becomes resistant to insulin or does not produce enough insulin to maint...
When to seek emergency care
Seek emergency care for diabetic ketoacidosis: very high blood sugar with nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, rapid breathing, and confusion.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Type 1 Diabetes?
Type 1 Diabetes is a health condition described in medical literature. An autoimmune condition in which the pancreas stops producing insulin, usually beginning in childhood or young adulthood.
What are the symptoms of Type 1 Diabetes?
Type 1 Diabetes is associated with 7 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Blurred vision, Excessive Thirst, Fatigue, Frequent Urination, Increased Appetite, Nausea and vomiting. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Type 1 Diabetes diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Type 1 Diabetes include Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP), Fasting Glucose, Fasting Insulin, Glucose 6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase G6Pd Test, Quantitative, Glucose Blood Test. This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Type 1 Diabetes, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.