Type II Flashcards
1
Q
Who is more prone to have this type?
A
Those who are 30 and older and the obese
2
Q
What are the 2 main problems?
A
Insulin resistance and impaired insulin secretion
3
Q
What is metabolic syndrome? What are the symptoms?
A
More insulin is secreted to keep the glucose level normal b/c of the insulin resistance; hypertension, hypercholesteremia and abdonimal obesity
4
Q
What are some symptoms those with type II may have?
A
Fatigue, irritability, polyuria, polydipsia, poorly healing skin wounds, vaginal infections or blurred vision
