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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?
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.
To answer your question, is it genetically possible to get type 1 diabetes from a parent, yes it is.
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.
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