MCQ on Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus

All of the following are true regarding type 1 diabetes mellitus except:
A. Accounts for about 10% of all cases of diabetes mellitus
B. First peak of presentation occur at 5 to 7 years of age
C. Can occur between 1 and 2 years in high risk groups
D. In all populations, females are significantly more affected

Correct answer: D.

Type 1 diabetes mellitus is slightly more common in boys and men. (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK441918/)