Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus Flashcards
1
Q
What is T1DM characterized by?
A
destruction of panreatic B islet cells
2
Q
What does T1DM result in?
A
Absolute or minimal insulin deficinecy
3
Q
Age of onset for T1DM?
A
More commonly in young people before 18
4
Q
Prevalence of T1DM
A
5 - 15% of people
5
Q
Symptoms of T1DM
A
Polyuria Polyphagia Polydipsia Weightloss Thirst Glycosuria
6
Q
Complication of T1DM
A
Diabetic Ketosis
7
Q
Is insulin required for T1DM?
A
Yes, required for all
8
Q
Diagnosis test for T1DM
A
Fasting Plasma Glucose
Random Blood Test
Hb1Ac
9
Q
When do signs and symptoms develop for DM1
A
When pancreas can no longer produce significant insulin to maintain normal glucose level
10
Q
What happens without insulin?
A
DKA occurs, resulting in metabolic acidosis
