Conditions & care · Claremont, Cape Town
Type 1 diabetes
Type 1 diabetes is part of Dr Kaplan’s published diabetes interests. A consultation can bring your treatment history, glucose information and everyday concerns into one conversation.
Understanding type 1 diabetes
In type 1 diabetes, an immune process damages the pancreatic cells that produce insulin. The body then makes little or no insulin. Insulin treatment and ongoing glucose monitoring are central to care, with an individual plan developed by the treating team.
Questions for a specialist review
Ask how your current plan fits your glucose patterns, daily routines and any episodes of low glucose. Discuss the problems you want help with rather than changing insulin from general website information. Different devices and treatment approaches need individual consideration.
Preparing your consultation
Ask the practice which glucose records, previous laboratory results and medication details to bring. Write down your main questions and any recent changes in symptoms or treatment. If another clinician is involved, mention that when arranging the visit.
Questions about this topic
Should I alter my insulin using this page?
No. Insulin decisions need individual clinical advice and your existing care plan. This page provides general information and consultation preparation.
This is general information to support a clinical conversation, not a diagnosis or an individual treatment plan.