Diabetes Mellitus

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Characterized by hyperglycemia resulting from impaired insulin secretion and/or effectiveness

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Diabetes Mellitus

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Autoimmune caused by destruction of beta cells – hyperglycemia – requires chronic insulin treatment – usually begins in childhood

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Classification - Type 1 (insulin dependent)

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Hyperglycemia – usually in patients over 30 years old – commonly associated with obesity

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Classification Type 2 (non-insulin dependent)

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Results from both impaired insulin secretory response and decreased insulin effectiveness

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Hyperglycemia

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Hyperglycemia – polyuria, weight loss, glycosuria – Late complications: diabetic retinopathy, nephropathy, neuropathy

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Signs and Symptoms of Diabetes Mellitus

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blood test (A1C)

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Diagnosis of Diabetes Mellitus

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Control blood glucose levels – monitor diet, insulin injections – hypoglycemic drugs for type 2

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Treatment for Diabetes Mellitus