Final answer:
Insulin therapy is essential for those with type 1 diabetes and cannot be omitted, while some individuals with type 2 diabetes may initially manage their condition with lifestyle changes and therefore may not require insulin therapy right away, if at all.
Step-by-step explanation:
Can you omit insulin therapy for type 1 diabetes or type 2 diabetes? The correct answer is No for type 1, Yes for type 2, making the answer choice (d) No for type 1, Yes for type 2.
Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disorder where the body's immune system attacks and destroys the insulin-producing beta cells of the pancreas. This means that people with type 1 diabetes cannot produce insulin naturally, and therefore, insulin therapy is an essential, life-saving treatment that cannot be omitted.
In contrast, type 2 diabetes often involves insulin resistance and sometimes a relative lack of insulin production but may initially be managed with lifestyle adjustments such as diet changes and increased physical activity to improve insulin sensitivity. Over time, if these measures are not sufficient, medication and possibly insulin therapy may be necessary. Therefore, insulin therapy is not always a requirement for managing type 2 diabetes, especially in the early stages or for those able to control their blood sugar through lifestyle changes alone.