is prediabetes type 1 or 2
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Answered by Dr. SugarSense 🩺
Prediabetes is not classified as type 1 or type 2 diabetes. It is a condition where blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not high enough to be diagnosed as diabetes. However, prediabetes is more closely related to type 2 diabetes because it is often caused by insulin resistance, a hallmark of type 2 diabetes.
- Type 1 Diabetes: An autoimmune condition where the body attacks insulin-producing cells.
- Type 2 Diabetes: A condition where the body becomes resistant to insulin or doesn't produce enough insulin.
Prediabetes is a warning sign that you are at risk of developing type 2 diabetes if lifestyle changes are not made.