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Hereditary Aspects of Type 2 Diabetes. Type 2 diabetes tends to be fairly hereditary in contrast to type 1 diabetes. Approximately 38% of siblings and one-third of children of people with type 2 diabetes will develop diabetes or abnormal glucose metabolism at some point.
Type 2 diabetes and genetics. Key points. If both of your parents have type 2 diabetes, you have a 50 percent chance of developing the disease. Having a hereditary risk doesnât mean youâll definitely develop the condition. If youâre at increased risk for type 2 diabetes, your doctor can help you find ways to reduce your risk.