According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), type 1 diabetes used to be known as juvenile diabetes due to its association with children and teenagers; however, people of any age can develop the disease. Roughly 10% of people who have diabetes have type 1 diabetes, and while there is no known prevention, there are a number of ways that type 1 diabetes can be treated.
Symptoms of type 1 diabetes oftentimes look like other health issues and can come on suddenly. They include an unexpected drop in weight, increased thirst and hunger, fatigue, blurred vision, and sudden bed-wetting in children, per the Mayo Clinic.
A basic blood test usually reveals if you have type 1 diabetes. Your doctor may also give you a urinary test to check for ketones, which confirms that you have type 1 diabetes as opposed to type 2.
As far as treatment, this is largely going to be up to you to develop and maintain a plan. In addition to having to have a daily insulin injection or wearing an insulin pump, you can better manage the condition by reducing stress, exercising regularly, getting good quality sleep, and maintaining a healthy diet. Also, be sure to schedule regular appointments with your team of healthcare providers who can provide support and additional strategies (via CDC).