Diabetes classification criteria

There is no clear classification of diabetes.

Diabetes is mainly classified according to different types, such as type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes. Type 1 diabetes occurs in children and adolescents, the onset is relatively rapid, the body insulin is absolutely insufficient, prone to diabetic ketoacidosis, need to rely on insulin therapy to maintain life.

Type 2 diabetes is more common, can occur in any age group, especially in the elderly, most of the onset hidden, often associated with obesity, physical activity, unhealthy diet, stress and other factors. Patients with insulin deficiency or insulin resistance, early through lifestyle intervention and oral hypoglycemic agents to control blood sugar, as the disease progresses may also need insulin therapy.

In addition, there are other special types of diabetes, such as genetic factors, endocrine diseases, drugs, etc., and gestational diabetes, which is high blood sugar first detected during pregnancy.

For the diagnosis and management of diabetes, it is necessary to comprehensively consider many factors such as blood sugar level, clinical symptoms and complications, and adopt individualized treatment plan to effectively control blood sugar and prevent and reduce complications. Therefore, once diabetes is found, it is recommended to seek professional medical help immediately.