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by ilovepvm, Apr 15, 2007 12:00AM
My father was diagnosed with type 1 when he was 30 years old does that put me at a bigger risk for getting type 1
is type one able to be passed on genetically?
is type one able to be passed on genetically?
Doctor's Answer
by Forum-VOL-LS, Apr 15, 2007 12:00AM
Dear ilovepvm,
We are volunteers here and not medical professionals. Researchers are still working to identify all the risk factors for Type 1 diabetes, and there does seem to be a genetic component. It is an autoimmune disease, much like hypothyroidism, autism, and some forms of arthritis.
Best thing for you -- just like all people -- is to lead the healthiest lifestyle you can, and pay attention to the warning signs. Most of all, **live** your life fully.
We are volunteers here and not medical professionals. Researchers are still working to identify all the risk factors for Type 1 diabetes, and there does seem to be a genetic component. It is an autoimmune disease, much like hypothyroidism, autism, and some forms of arthritis.
Best thing for you -- just like all people -- is to lead the healthiest lifestyle you can, and pay attention to the warning signs. Most of all, **live** your life fully.
Member Comments (3)
by MomOfTwoGrls, Apr 15, 2007 12:00AM
To answer your question, is it genetically possible to get type 1 diabetes from a parent, yes it is.
by ragdollnikki, May 29, 2007 12:00AM
That is what happened to me as they told me 47 yrs ago. It all ran on my mom's side snd she was also diagnosed 10 yrs after me.
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