Other Associated Conditions

Latent Autoimmune Diabetes in Adults (LADA) is a condition in which an adult (over the age of 30) is diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes . In the majority of cases, Type 1 Diabetes is diagnosed when the Diabetic is young due to the nature of Type 1 Diabetes. (Type 1 Diabetes is an autoimmune disease in which the body does not produce insulin and cannot process sugar on its own.)

Diabetes Insipidus is a rare condition that occurs when the kidneys cannot conserve water as they filter toxins from the blood. As such, people with Diabetes Insipidus generally have a constant urge to urinate and frequently feel thirsty. This is not glucose-based Diabetes Mellitus.

The Brain: The hypothalamus makes antidiuretic hormone (ADH), which directs the kidneys to make less urine.

Maturity Onset Diabetes (MODY) is the term given to any one of six rare hereditary forms of Diabetes. MODY is similar to Type 1 Diabetes in that it affects a person’s ability to process insulin properly. However, most people with MODY are able to produce some insulin and have the same sensitivity to insulin as a person that does not have Diabetes. In all, about 5% of people with Diabetes have MODY.

Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) is a relatively common condition that affects 5-10% of women. The condition is similar to Type 2 Diabetes , in that it is characterized by obesity, unexplained weight gain, and insulin problems. Diabetes medications, such as Metformin are often used to treat the condition. Many doctors consider PCOS to be a form of Pre-Diabetes, though not all people with PCOS will develop Diabetes.