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Lecture 21 - Diabetes Flashcards

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Diabetes =

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group of metabolic disorders characterised by hyperglycaemia resulting in defects in insulin secretion and/or insulin action

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What are the types of diabetes?

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T1, T2, MODY, Neonatal

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What are the characteristics of T1 Diabetes?

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beta-cell destruction leading to insulin deficiency

Juvenile onset

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What are the characteristics of T2 diabetes?

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Associated with obesity. Result of insulin resistance.

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