Myths vs. Facts about type 1 diabetes (T1D)

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Question #1: Only children get diagnosed with type 1 diabetes (T1D)
Question #2: You’re born with type 1 diabetes (T1D)
Question #3: Children and teens can “grow out of” having type 1 diabetes (T1D)
Question #4: Type 1 diabetes (T1D) is caused by eating too much sugar or over-eating
Question #5: People with type 1 diabetes (T1D) can’t have sugar
Question #6: People with type 1 diabetes (T1D) cannot lead active lifestyles
Question #7: Type 1 diabetes (T1D) can be reversed with diet and exercise
Question #8: Insulin is a cure for type 1 diabetes (T1D)
Question #9: Insulin pumps and continuous glucose monitors “do it all” for people with type 1 diabetes (T1D)
Question #10: When people with type 1 diabetes (T1D) experience episodes of high or low blood glucose levels, it means they aren’t taking care of themselves
Question #11: All types of diabetes are the same
Question #12: Type 1 diabetes (T1D) and type 2 diabetes are the same condition

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