Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus Flashcards
1
Q
what is type 1 diabetes?
A
autoimmune condition:
- body attacks insulin producing cells (islets of langerhans) in pancreas
lack of insulin results in failure to regulate glucose levels which is dangerous/life threatening
2
Q
are type 1 diabetic patients hyper or hypo glycemic, and why?
A
Hyperglycemic - insulin not present to help store glucose from blood into muscles & cells.
3
Q
what do T1 diabetes usually present with?
A
- polyuria (toilet)
- excessive thirst (thirsty)
- lethargy (tired)
- weight loss (thinner)
4
Q
what people in the multidisciplinary team are involved in a T1 Diabetes kid patient?
A
- paeds endocrinologist
- paed diabetes specialist nurse
- paed dietician
- clinical psychologist
5
Q
whats the management options for T1DM?
A
- Insulin
- education
6
Q
what are the dental problems with T1DM?
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- increased susceptibility to periodontal disease
- reduced salivary flow/dry mouth
- increased caries risk
- candidiasis
- infection
7
Q
what are dental tx considerations for a T1DM patient?
A
- prioritise prevention!!
- timing of appointments around insulin injections
- General anaesthesia??
- anxiety
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