What people get wrong about T1D

A common misconception is that T1D only happens to children. That’s not true. T1D can develop at any age, kids, teens, and adults.

I was diagnosed in high school, but for some it starts just a few months after birth, and for others it can even happen in their 40s or 50s. When people first learned about my diagnosis, a lot of them said, “Isn’t that only for kids?” That’s when I realized how common this misunderstanding is. I don’t blame anyone for thinking that, because I had also heard the term so many times and never really thought much about it until now.

The term “child diabetes” is outdated and misleading. Some people still use it, which is why patient groups continue to run awareness campaigns.

Type 1 and Type 2 are also very different. The causes, treatments, and outcomes are not the same, so they shouldn’t be confused. Recommending Type 2 cures to someone with T1D can actually be very dangerous.

Source: perfectbalancenutrition.com.au