Genetic Links Explained
The conversation dives into the concerns parents face regarding the genetic risks of type one diabetes for their children. While there are statistics available, the reality is that having type one does not guarantee that a child will also develop it. The discussion highlights the complexities of genetics, emphasizing that environmental factors and parental actions do not directly cause the condition.In this clip
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I have a question about type 1 diabetes in a child. I've listened to almost every podcast, and you often say the body doesn't make mistakes and talk about other autoimmune diseases, but I haven't heard much about type 1. I might be crazy to think it could be reversed, but I can't help but think back to my kiddo's first few years of life. He was put on PPIs and had a surgery around 9 months that involved large amounts of antibiotics. He was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes when he was 3, and he is now 6. What are your thoughts around type 1 diabetes and whether it can be reversed? Where would I start? Nothing I find on the internet gives me hope, but I believe in our bodies' ability to heal.
Is there a genetic cause for sudden onset type 1 diabetes?
My son was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes at 18, and there was no history in either side of the family (that we know of). He was an active 6ft beanpole. I have read that COVID may have a part to play in this. Could this be the case, and is there any hope of a reversal?