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Which type of diabetes is more prevalent in older adults?
Which type of diabetes is more prevalent in older adults?
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetes mellitus
- Type 2 diabetes (correct)
- Gestational diabetes
What are some contributing factors to the development of Type 2 diabetes?
What are some contributing factors to the development of Type 2 diabetes?
- Excessive physical activity
- Viral infections
- Genetic factors (correct)
- Insulin resistance
Which of the following is a symptom of Type 1 diabetes?
Which of the following is a symptom of Type 1 diabetes?
- Excessive thirst (correct)
- Weight gain
- Slow wound healing
- High blood pressure
What is the diagnostic criteria for diabetes mellitus based on fasting plasma glucose level?
What is the diagnostic criteria for diabetes mellitus based on fasting plasma glucose level?
Which type of diabetes is typically associated with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)?
Which type of diabetes is typically associated with diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)?
What is the primary treatment recommendation for managing Type 2 diabetes?
What is the primary treatment recommendation for managing Type 2 diabetes?
Which of the following is a risk factor for gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM)?
Which of the following is a risk factor for gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM)?
What is the role of insulin in Type 2 diabetes?
What is the role of insulin in Type 2 diabetes?
What is the most common form of diabetes?
What is the most common form of diabetes?
What is the average duration of blood sugar levels measured by hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c)?
What is the average duration of blood sugar levels measured by hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c)?
Which of the following is a symptom of hyperglycemia?
Which of the following is a symptom of hyperglycemia?
What is the normal range for fasting blood glucose?
What is the normal range for fasting blood glucose?
What is the primary treatment for Type 1 diabetes?
What is the primary treatment for Type 1 diabetes?
What is the prevalence of Type 1 diabetes compared to Type 2 diabetes?
What is the prevalence of Type 1 diabetes compared to Type 2 diabetes?
What is the etiology of Type 1 diabetes?
What is the etiology of Type 1 diabetes?
What can happen if Type 1 diabetes is left untreated or poorly managed?
What can happen if Type 1 diabetes is left untreated or poorly managed?
What is the effect of Type 1 diabetes on body weight?
What is the effect of Type 1 diabetes on body weight?
Which of the following is a symptom of hypoglycemia?
Which of the following is a symptom of hypoglycemia?
What is the cause of hyperglycemia in diabetes mellitus?
What is the cause of hyperglycemia in diabetes mellitus?
What is the effect of hyperglycemia on fasting blood glucose levels?
What is the effect of hyperglycemia on fasting blood glucose levels?
What is the normal range for fasting blood glucose?
What is the normal range for fasting blood glucose?
What are the general symptoms of diabetes mellitus?
What are the general symptoms of diabetes mellitus?
What is the etiology of Type 1 diabetes?
What is the etiology of Type 1 diabetes?
What is the prevalence of Type 1 diabetes compared to Type 2 diabetes?
What is the prevalence of Type 1 diabetes compared to Type 2 diabetes?
What is the effect of Type 1 diabetes on body weight?
What is the effect of Type 1 diabetes on body weight?
What is the primary treatment recommendation for managing Type 1 diabetes?
What is the primary treatment recommendation for managing Type 1 diabetes?
What can happen if Type 1 diabetes is left untreated or poorly managed?
What can happen if Type 1 diabetes is left untreated or poorly managed?
Which type of diabetes is typically associated with Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)?
Which type of diabetes is typically associated with Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)?
What is the cause of hyperglycemia in diabetes mellitus?
What is the cause of hyperglycemia in diabetes mellitus?
What is the effect of hyperglycemia on fasting blood glucose levels?
What is the effect of hyperglycemia on fasting blood glucose levels?
Which of the following is a risk factor for developing Type 2 diabetes?
Which of the following is a risk factor for developing Type 2 diabetes?
Which of the following is a symptom of Type 2 diabetes?
Which of the following is a symptom of Type 2 diabetes?
What is the primary cause of Type 2 diabetes?
What is the primary cause of Type 2 diabetes?
Which of the following is a symptom of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM)?
Which of the following is a symptom of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM)?
What is the primary treatment recommendation for managing Type 2 diabetes?
What is the primary treatment recommendation for managing Type 2 diabetes?
What is the prevalence of Type 2 diabetes compared to Type 1 diabetes?
What is the prevalence of Type 2 diabetes compared to Type 1 diabetes?
What is the diagnostic criteria for diabetes mellitus based on hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) level?
What is the diagnostic criteria for diabetes mellitus based on hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) level?
Which of the following is a potential complication of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM)?
Which of the following is a potential complication of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM)?
What is the effect of Type 2 diabetes on body weight?
What is the effect of Type 2 diabetes on body weight?
What is the primary cause of hyperglycemia in diabetes mellitus?
What is the primary cause of hyperglycemia in diabetes mellitus?
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Study Notes
Diabetes Mellitus: Types, Symptoms, and Diagnostic Criteria
- Hyperglycemia is defined as fasting blood glucose levels above 105 mg/dL, while hypoglycemia is defined as fasting blood glucose levels below 70 mg/dL.
- Diabetes mellitus is a disorder that results in hyperglycemia due to abnormalities in glucose metabolism.
- Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune condition where the immune system attacks and destroys the insulin-producing cells in the pancreas. It accounts for 5-10% of all diagnosed cases of diabetes.
- People with Type 1 diabetes have an absolute deficiency of insulin and require daily insulin injections or use an insulin pump to manage their blood sugar levels.
- Type 1 diabetes can lead to a life-threatening condition called Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) if left untreated or poorly managed.
- Type 2 diabetes occurs when the body becomes resistant to the effects of insulin or the pancreas doesn't produce enough insulin. It accounts for 90-95% of all diagnosed cases of diabetes.
- Initially, individuals with Type 2 diabetes may have sufficient or even higher levels of insulin, but their body's cells do not respond effectively to it (insulin resistance).
- Type 2 diabetes is more prevalent in older adults but can also occur in younger individuals, particularly due to rising rates of obesity.
- Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) refers to diabetes that develops during pregnancy and shares similarities with Type 2 diabetes. It usually resolves after childbirth.
- GDM can increase the risk of complications for both the mother and the baby, including preeclampsia, cesarean delivery, gestational hypertension, and larger-than-average birth weight.
- The diagnostic criteria for diabetes mellitus include fasting plasma glucose levels ≥126 mg/dL, random plasma glucose levels ≥200 mg/dL in the presence of diabetes symptoms, or hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) levels ≥6.5%.
- Common symptoms of diabetes mellitus include excessive thirst, frequent urination, unexplained weight loss, fatigue, blurred vision, slow wound healing, and frequent infections.
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