Types of Diabetes Flashcards
1
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An auto immune dysfunction involving the destruction of beta cells, which produce insulin in the islets of Langerhans of the pancreas.
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Type 1 diabetes
2
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A progressive condition due to increasing inability of cells to respond to insulin and decreased production of insulin by the beta cells. Linked to obesity, sedentary lifestyle, and heredity
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Type 2 Diabetes
3
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An inadequate production of insulin
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Type 1 Diabetes
4
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An inability of the body cells to respond to insulin that is present
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Type 2 Diabetes
