Causes:
While the exact cause of type 1 diabetes isn't known, researchers believe the disease develops when a virus or environmental toxin damages the pancreas or causes the body's immune system to attack the beta cells of the pancreas (called an autoimmune reaction). As a result, the beta cells of the pancreas can no longer produce enough insulin.
Symptoms:
-blurred vision
-decreased mental sharpness
-extreme thirst and hunger
-feeling tired (fatigue)
-frequent need to urinate
-frequent skin infections
-weight loss despite having an increased appetite
-slow-healing wounds
