"Dispelling Myths: Type 1 Diabetes Can Affect People of Any Weight and Activity Level"
Type 1 diabetes can affect individuals of any weight and activity level, as evidenced by a 62-year-old marathon runner's recent diagnosis. The presence of high levels of GAD65 antibodies and low C-peptide levels confirm the autoimmune cause of the disease. Treatment with insulin is essential, and individuals with Type 1 diabetes should be managed by an endocrinologist. Additionally, those diagnosed with late-onset Type 1 diabetes are at a higher risk for developing other autoimmune diseases, such as thyroid or celiac disease.