type 1 and 2 diabetes mellitus

Question 1

what can uncontrollable diabetes damage, list 4 things

Answer 1

blood vessels
kidneys
heart
nerves and eyes

Question 2

describe what type 1 diabetes is ? (4)

Answer 2

autoimmune disease
insulin-secreting cells are destroyed
usually develops before the age of 30
requires insulin

Question 3

describe what type 2 diabetes does/is ? (4)

Answer 3

90-95% of cases
usually begins with prediabetes
insulin resistance
can be treated with diet and lifestyle changes

Question 4

what is diabetes mellitus

Answer 4

the most common endocrinological disorder in the world

Question 5

what is gestational diabetes

Answer 5

diabetes during pregnancy
resolves after pregnancy

Question 6

name 3 diabetes mellitus symptoms

Answer 6

frequent urination
excessive thirst
weight loss

Question 7

how can diabetes be controlled ?

Answer 7

by measuring the amount of glycosylated blood proteins
measuring blood glucose levels

Question 8

what happens with non-enzymatic glycation of proteins

Answer 8

this changes the functions of proteins
collagen structure

Question 9

what are some complications with diabetes mellitus (3/4)

Answer 9

increased risk of heart attack and stroke
kidney failure
infections
blindness

Question 10

how can you manage diabetes mellitus? (3/4)

Answer 10

diet
unrefined carbohydrates
exercise
weight management

Question 11

what are the possible causes of hypoglycaemia

Answer 11

poorly managed diabetes and abnormalities in insulin production