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The full name ‘diabetes Mellitus derives from the Greek word ‘diabetes’ meaning siphon – to pass through – and ‘Mellitus’ – the Latin for honeyed or sweet. Orthotic Consultation for treating or preventing associated foot conditions caused by diabetes includes measuring and fitting specialist footwear and insoles.

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Type 1 Diabetes

Diabetes mellitus, known as Type 1, used to be insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus.

In type 1, the body cannot produce any insulin and usually starts in childhood or young adulthood and is treated with diet control and insulin injections.

Type 2 Diabetes

More than three-quarters of people with diabetes have type 2 diabetes mellitus, known as non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM) or maturity-onset diabetes mellitus.

In type 2, insufficient insulin is produced, or the insulin made by the body doesn’t work correctly; it tends to affect people as they get older and usually appears after age 40. This is treated with diet and medication and may lead to the use of insulin injection if it progresses or is poorly controlled.