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What is the main difference in the etiology between type 1 diabetes mellitus and type 2 diabetes mellitus?
What is the main difference in the etiology between type 1 diabetes mellitus and type 2 diabetes mellitus?
- Type 1 is genetic, while type 2 is acquired later in life.
- Type 1 is caused by a lack of physical activity, while type 2 is caused by hormonal imbalances.
- Type 1 is caused by obesity, while type 2 is caused by a viral infection.
- Type 1 is an autoimmune disease, while type 2 is primarily caused by insulin resistance. (correct)
Which hormone plays a role in regulating blood glucose levels in the liver, muscle, fat, brain, GI tract, and kidney?
Which hormone plays a role in regulating blood glucose levels in the liver, muscle, fat, brain, GI tract, and kidney?
- Insulin (correct)
- Glucagon
- Cortisol
- Thyroxine
What are some common short-term clinical manifestations of diabetes mellitus?
What are some common short-term clinical manifestations of diabetes mellitus?
- High blood pressure, fatigue, and frequent infections
- Muscle weakness, excessive hunger, and rapid breathing
- Blurred vision, slow wound healing, and numbness in the extremities
- Frequent urination, increased thirst, and unexplained weight loss (correct)
What is one possible cause of insulin resistance?
What is one possible cause of insulin resistance?
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What are some acute complications of diabetes mellitus?
What are some acute complications of diabetes mellitus?
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