What is type 1.5 diabetes? It’s a bit like type 1 and a bit like type 2—but it’s often misdiagnosed

While you’re likely familiar with type 1 and type 2 diabetes, you’ve probably heard less about type 1.5 diabetes. Also known as latent autoimmune diabetes in adults (LADA), type 1.5 diabetes has features of both type 1 and type 2 diabetes. More people became aware of this condition after Lance Bass, best known for his role in the iconic American pop band NSYNC, recently revealed he has it. So what is type 1.5 diabetes? And how is it diagnosed and treated? There are several types of diabetes Diabetes mellitus is a group of conditions that arise when the levels of Read More