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Updated on Dec 24, 2025•health-beauty

How many types of Diabetes are there?

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Dr. Arpit Garg Endocrinologist doctor in Patiala
Updated on Dec 24, 2025

There are mainly three types of diabetes. The first is Type 1 diabetes, which usually starts at a young age and happens when the body stops making insulin. The second is Type 2 diabetes, the most common type, where the body does not use insulin properly or doesn’t make enough of it. The third is Gestational diabetes, which occurs during pregnancy and usually goes away after delivery, but it increases the risk of diabetes later in life.

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Dr. Arpit Garg is a renowned endocrinologist doctor in Patiala, specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of hormonal disorders, including diabetes, thyroid conditions, and other endocrine-related health concerns. With extensive expertise and a compassionate approach, Dr. Garg is committed to providing patient-centric care tailored to each individual's needs.

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Amar Hospital Multi Speciality Hospital in Patiala
Updated on Sep 24, 2025

There are mainly 3 common types of diabetes that people usually talk about:

  1. Type 1 Diabetes – This happens when the body’s immune system attacks the cells in the pancreas that make insulin. It usually starts at a younger age, and people need insulin injections to manage it.

  2. Type 2 Diabetes – This is the most common type. Here, the body either doesn’t make enough insulin or doesn’t use it properly. It’s often linked with lifestyle, weight, and family history. It can be managed with medicines, diet, exercise, and sometimes insulin.

  3. Gestational Diabetes – This happens during pregnancy when blood sugar levels go high. In most cases, it goes away after delivery, but it increases the chance of developing Type 2 later in life

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Amar Hospital is a top Multi Speciality Hospital in Patiala, offering world-class medical care with expert doctors and advanced facilities. From cardiology and orthopedics to neurology, oncology, and pediatrics, the hospital provides accurate diagnosis and effective treatment for complex conditions.

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Sanya Chopra
Answered on Aug 8, 2018

Diabetes rings a bell in our mind, even when we are not suffering from it. It is a sort of signal that no sweetness is left in our life anymore. Diabetes means a lot of restriction on our food habits, and a hell lot of sacrifice. The only thing around which a diabetes patient’s life depends is Sugarfree.

All we know about diabetes is that it is related to sugar, its increase and its consequences. What we don’t know is that there are 4 types of Diabetes:
Type 1 Diabetes: This type of diabetes is found in children. In this, our immune system produce insulin in digestive glands which attack our Beta cells and destroy them. It weakens the immunity system of children and they start suffering from diabetes.
Type 2 Diabetes: This type of diabetes is found in adults. Type 2 diabetes is hereditary. Hence if the parents are diabetic, their children are likely to suffer from Type 2 diabetes.
Type 3 Diabetes: This type of diabetes is found in pregnant women. Pregnancy gives rise to hormonal changes due to which the risk of diabetes increases.
Type 4 Diabetes: This happens due to the side effects of medicines. Type 4 diabetes is also known as secondary diabetes.
(Courtesy: Everyday Health)
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