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3 days ago
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How does type 1 diabetes actually work?

Type 1 diabetes occurs when immune cells destroy pancreatic beta cells, eliminating insulin production and causing blood glucose to rise and produce symptoms like fatigue.
fromwww.scientificamerican.com
4 months ago
Medicine

The 2,000-Year Journey to Understanding Type 1 DiabetesAnd What's Next

Type 1 diabetes results from immune destruction of pancreatic beta cells, stopping insulin production and causing elevated blood glucose with related symptoms.
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