Diabetes is a condition that causes high blood sugar, which can lead to complications such as blindness and amputations Peter Byrne/PADiabetes falls into five distinct categories rather than two, according to a major study which promises a new era of personalised treatment. The findings could explain why diabetics respond differently to treatment and could lead to tailored care in future. Type 1 is an autoimmune condition where the body mistakenly attacks the pancreas, stopping it from producing insulin. The more common form, type 2, is linked to obesity and stops the body from making enough insulin or reacting to its production. Both types cause high blood sugar, which can lead to…

Source: The Times March 02, 2018 09:00 UTC