Table 3 Responses to specific questions on knowledge of Causes
Causes | Yes Number (%) | NO Number (%) |
|---|---|---|
It runs in the family/ Inherited from the parents | 322 (64.4) | 178 (35.6) |
Acquired from eating sugary things/drinks | 370 (74.0) | 130 (26.0) |
Transmitted from the toilet | 3 (0.6) | 497 (99.4) |
Sharing the same cup and plate from a sufferer | 6 (1.2) | 494 (98.8) |
Contact with someone that has the sickness. | 2 (0.4) | 498 (99.6) |
Complete lack of insulin | 31 (6.2) | 469 (93.8) |