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What is a primary characteristic of Type 1 diabetes?
What is a primary characteristic of Type 1 diabetes?
- High carbohydrate intake
- Absolute deficiency of insulin (correct)
- Insulin resistance
- Relative deficiency of insulin
Which statement accurately describes the prevalence of diabetes in the UK?
Which statement accurately describes the prevalence of diabetes in the UK?
- Annual NHS costs related to diabetes treatment are £10 billion. (correct)
- Type 1 diabetes is more prevalent than Type 2 diabetes.
- Only 8% of diabetics have Type 2 diabetes.
- Diabetes is not a common chronic disease in the UK.
Which risk factor is NOT associated with Type 2 diabetes?
Which risk factor is NOT associated with Type 2 diabetes?
- Asian ethnicity
- Absolute insulin deficiency (correct)
- Long-term corticosteroid use
- Obesity
What lifestyle change is recommended for diabetes management?
What lifestyle change is recommended for diabetes management?
What structured education program is designed for Type 2 diabetes patients?
What structured education program is designed for Type 2 diabetes patients?
Which of the following demographics has a higher risk of developing Type 2 diabetes?
Which of the following demographics has a higher risk of developing Type 2 diabetes?
What is a common consequence of poorly managed diabetes, related to the NHS costs?
What is a common consequence of poorly managed diabetes, related to the NHS costs?
Which type of diabetes is primarily characterized by insulin resistance?
Which type of diabetes is primarily characterized by insulin resistance?
Study Notes
Diabetes Mellitus
- A group of metabolic disorders characterized by persistent hyperglycemia.
- Caused by deficient insulin secretion, resistance to insulin, or both.
- Two main types:
- Type 1: Absolute deficiency of insulin
- Type 2: Insulin resistance with relative insulin deficiency
Prevalence
- One of the most common chronic diseases in the UK.
- Prevalance is increasing.
- Annual cost to the NHS is £10 billion.
- 80% of the cost is for treating complications.
- 90% of diabetics have type 2 diabetes.
- 8% of diabetics have type 1 diabetes.
- Risk factors:
- Obesity and inactivity
- Diet
- Family history of type 2 diabetes
- Asian, African, and Afro-Caribbean ethnicity
- Drug treatments such as long-term corticosteroids
- History of gestational diabetes.
Lifestyle Advice
- Diet:
- Reduce saturated fats and trans fatty acids.
- Carbohydrates from wholegrain and pulses.
- Exercise
- Weight Management:
- Aim for a healthy BMI.
- Structured education programmes:
- Type 1: DAFNE
- Type 2: DESMOND
- Annual foot checks
- Alcohol
- Smoking
Type 1 Diabetes
- A metabolic disorder with hyperglycemia due to absolute insulin deficiency.
- Caused by the destruction of pancreatic beta cells, primarily by immune-mediated mechanisms.
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Explore the critical aspects of Diabetes Mellitus, including its types, prevalence, and lifestyle management advice. This quiz examines the effects of insulin deficiency and resistance, as well as the risk factors related to this chronic disease. Test your knowledge on how to manage and understand diabetes effectively.
