Sam has been overweight since the eighth grade and has recently been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes. He told his fiancée, Anna, and she is now very worried about Sam and determined to learn as much as possible about this illness. Sam and Anna have found several reputable sites on the Internet and now feel empowered to help Sam reverse his condition. Let's ask several questions to see how much
they have learned. Anne is still confused about the difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Which statement is characteristic of type 1 diabetes only?
a. It makes a person fatter.
b. Treatment always involves insulin injections.
c. It is also called hyperglycemia.
d. Genetics may be a risk factor.
e. Its incidence is increasing in the U.S.
b
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