5 Questions
What are the symptoms of high blood sugar in diabetes mellitus?
Frequent urination, increased thirst, and increased hunger
Which type of diabetes mellitus is characterized by the pancreas not producing enough insulin?
Type 1 DM
What are the serious long-term complications of diabetes mellitus?
Heart disease, stroke, chronic kidney failure, foot ulcers, and damage to the eyes
What is the condition in which cells fail to respond to insulin properly in Type 2 DM?
Insulin resistance
Which form of diabetes mellitus was previously referred to as 'adult-onset diabetes'?
Type 2 DM
Study Notes
Symptoms of High Blood Sugar
- Increased thirst and hunger
- Frequent urination
- Fatigue
- Blurred vision
- Slow healing of cuts and wounds
- Tingling or numbness in the hands and feet
Types of Diabetes Mellitus
- Type 1 DM: characterized by the pancreas not producing enough insulin
- Type 2 DM: previously referred to as 'adult-onset diabetes'
- Type 2 DM is characterized by insulin resistance, where cells fail to respond to insulin properly
Serious Long-term Complications of Diabetes Mellitus
- Heart disease and stroke
- Kidney disease
- Nerve damage
- Eye damage
- Foot damage
- Cognitive decline
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