Diabetes Flashcards
1
Q
What causes type 1
A
The pancreas doesnt produce insulin as diabetes is autoimmune and destroy cell Beta cells in pancreas
2
Q
What causes type 2
A
Not enough production of insulin or cells dont respond
3
Q
What causes type 2
A
Increase in age as more likely to gain weight and decrease exercise
Genetics
Overweight as fat round middle release chemical which interfere with cardiovascular and metabollic systems
