What are the causes of Type 1 diabetes?Main factors

Type 1 diabetes occurs when the immune system mistakenly attacks the insulin-forming cells in the pancreas.

Family history and genetic trends play a significant role in the development

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play a significant role in the development of Type 1 diabetes.

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Some viral infections or other environmental factors

environmental factors may trigger the beginning of Type 1 diabetes.

Unlike Type 2 diabetes, there are currently no known ways to prevent Type 1 diabetes.

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insulin-forming cells in the pancreas. Genetic factors are important

there are currently no known ways to prevent Type 1 diabetes.

Learn in this informative web story what are the causes of Type 1 diabetes

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