Diabetes Flashcards
What is the prevalence of diabetes, and what proportion is type 2?
prevalence 1 in 10 people
90% is T2DM
Does the diabetes trend go up or down?
The trend in diabetes numbers increases
What are the most important consequences of diabetes
CVD, kidney failure and blindness
What are the different types of diabetes?
Type 1, type 2, gestational (pregnant), rare types (genetic, disease, drugs, toxins)
What is the common characteristic of diabetes?
Hyperglycemia
What are the characteristics of pre-diabetes?
Increased fasting blood glucose, impaired glucose tolerance
What are the main characteristics of type 2 diabetes?
Insulin resistance and inadequate beta-cell function
Why is diabetes prevalence still increasing?
Increasing obesity, bigger population, increased life expectancy
Why are there differences in diabetes prevalence between ethnic groups?
Genetics, socioeconomic status
How can the incidence of diabetes be reduced?
Prevention of obesity
Why does diabetes reduce life expectancy?
stroke, kidney disease, neuropathy
What are the main risk factors for type 2 diabetes?
ageing, obesity, diet, physical inactivity
