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If type i diabetes has a strong genetic link, then why is the positive family history not as strong (only around 10%)?
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More with type 2: Actually, type 2 diabetes has a stronger genetic link than type 1, which is more autoimmune/viral mediated. People often assume that type 1 is the "more severe" diabetes and "more genetic". Not true. Both can be severe in terms of complications.
Answered 5/13/2013
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