This deep dive covers Type 1 vs Type 2 Diabetes within Glucose Regulation for GCSE Biology. Topic 6: Glucose Regulation It is section 6 of 15 in this topic. Use this deep dive to connect the idea to the wider topic before moving on to questions and flashcards.
Topic position
Section 6 of 15
Practice
15 questions
Recall
20 flashcards
Type 1 vs Type 2 Diabetes
| Type 1 Diabetes | Type 2 Diabetes |
|---|---|
| Cause: Pancreas produces little or NO insulin | Cause: Body cells don't respond to insulin properly (insulin resistance) |
| Usually develops: Childhood/early adulthood | Usually develops: Later in life (linked to lifestyle) |
| Treatment: Insulin injections | Treatment: Diet, exercise, sometimes medication |
| Autoimmune — immune system attacks beta cells | Risk factors: obesity, poor diet, lack of exercise |
| Cannot be prevented | Can often be prevented with healthy lifestyle |