Axia College Material

Appendix F

Type I and Type II Diabetes

What are the differences between Type I and Type II diabetes? By completing this chart, you will create an easy-to-read reference that will help you understand how the two forms of diabetes mellitus differ. Use Ch. 13 of the text in addition to the American Diabetes Association (ADA) Web site at to find details about the two types of diabetes.

Diabetes Mellitus Matrix

Form of Diabetes

Age of Onset

Defects in Insulin & Effects on Glucose Metabolism

Risk Factors

Prevention & Treatment

Type I: Insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM)

Children and young adults

The body does not produce insulin. Insulin is the hormone needed to convert sugar (glucose), starches and other foods into...