Question
Can people with type 1 diabetes have children? Is it genetic?
Answer
Hello, if both parents have diabetes, the likelihood of their child developing diabetes is not 100%, usually only around 5%. If only one parent has diabetes, the risk for the child is even lower, and typically, genetics occur across generations. Therefore, you need not worry too much about the genetic issue. For male diabetics, as long as the sperm quality is normal, they can have children normally. For female diabetics, they need to start using insulin three months before pregnancy and continue until breastfeeding ends to avoid causing fetal death, miscarriage, or malformation. The specific use of insulin should be conducted under the guidance of an experienced doctor. Wishing you good health!