Male sex is identified as a risk factor for Type 1 diabetes in a University of Exeter study.
Boys are at greater risk of developing Type 1 diabetes than girls, with risk decreasing significantly in girls after age 10. The study, conducted by the University of Exeter, indicates that the male gender may be linked with autoantibody development, making it crucial to consider sex in assessing risk. Male sex is a risk factor for Type 1 diabetes, unlike most autoimmune diseases, suggesting possible immune, metabolic, or other differences between sexes affecting risk or progression.
July 23, 2024
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