Insulin is required for the treatment of the following types of diabetes:
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Type 1 Diabetes:
- People with type 1 diabetes must take daily insulin injections or use an insulin pump to survive.
- Type 1 diabetes develops when the cells of the pancreas stop producing insulin, and without insulin, glucose cannot enter the cells of the muscles for energy.
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Type 2 Diabetes:
- While type 2 diabetes is more commonly treated with healthy lifestyle modifications and medication such as Metformin, some people with type 2 diabetes may also require insulin injections as part of their treatment plan.
- Over time, about 50% of people with type 2 diabetes may need insulin injections within 6 to 10 years of diagnosis.
In summary, insulin is required for the treatment of type 1 diabetes, and some people with type 2 diabetes may also require insulin injections as part of their treatment plan.
