AUTOIMMUNE CONDITIONS & T1DM

Question 1

What is the most common autoimmune condition associated with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (T1DM)?

Answer 1

Thyroid disorders

Specifically, TPO (thyroid peroxidase) antibodies are the most common.

Question 2

What percentage of patients with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (T1DM) test positive for TPO antibodies?

Answer 2

15%-30%

This indicates a significant association between T1DM and thyroid disorders.

Question 3

What percentage of patients with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (T1DM) will develop thyroid disease?

Answer 3

2%-5%

This reflects the risk of developing thyroid-related conditions among T1DM patients.

Question 4

What is the percentage of patients with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (T1DM) that have tissue transglutaminase antibodies related to Celiac disease?

Answer 4

7%-10%

This indicates a notable prevalence of Celiac disease markers in T1DM patients.

Question 5

What is the approximate percentage of patients with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (T1DM) that develop Celiac disease?

Answer 5

~5%

This shows the risk of developing Celiac disease in individuals with T1DM.