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Type 1 Diabetes Prevention

There is no way to prevent type 1 diabetes.

Prevention of long-term complications of type 1 diabetes includes:

Strict control of blood glucose levels
Use of statin medications
Use of ACE inhibitor medications

Reduces the risk of heart attack, stroke, and premature death in people with diabetes

Regular retinal eye examinations
Daily aspirin therapy:

Reduces the risk of heart attack and stroke

Weight loss

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Last Updated: Aug 14, 2008 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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