Types of Diabetes
Diabetes comes in several forms. Each has its own risk factors, symptoms and treatments, though they share common features. The different types of diabetes include:
Type 1 diabetes: For people with type 1 diabetes, their pancreas cannot make enough insulin to break down glucose. The glucose then builds up, causing high blood sugar levels. Learn more.
Type 2 diabetes:People with type 2 diabetes can make insulin, but their body can’t use it to break down glucose. The glucose then builds up, causing high blood sugar levels. Learn more.
Gestational diabetes: Some pregnant people who don’t have diabetes can develop gestational diabetes, which is high blood sugar levels during pregnancy. Learn more.
Prediabetes: People with prediabetes have a higher blood sugar level than normal. This raises their risk of getting type 2 diabetes. Learn more.
To learn more about the different types of diabetes, visit the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) website.
HPSM’s Diabetes Prevention Program (DPP) – If you have prediabetes, HPSM’s DPP can help you lower your risk of getting type 2 diabetes. This program is available to eligible HPSM Medi-Cal and CareAdvantage members at no cost. Learn more.