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What is the main pathophysiology of Type II diabetes?
What is the main pathophysiology of Type II diabetes?
- Decreased glucose absorption
- Beta-cell destruction (correct)
- Insulin overproduction
- Hypoglycemia
Which type of diabetes is characterized by a 50% loss of B cells?
Which type of diabetes is characterized by a 50% loss of B cells?
- Type 2 diabetes (correct)
- Other rare genetic forms
- Gestational diabetes
- Type 1 diabetes
What is a common complication associated with Type II diabetes?
What is a common complication associated with Type II diabetes?
- Peripheral neuropathy (correct)
- Thyroid dysfunction
- Osteoporosis
- Asthma
What is a cornerstone for chronic diseases according to the text?
What is a cornerstone for chronic diseases according to the text?
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What are the criteria for the diagnosis of diabetes according to ADA?
What are the criteria for the diagnosis of diabetes according to ADA?
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What is the main characteristic of Diabetes Mellitus as described in the text?
What is the main characteristic of Diabetes Mellitus as described in the text?
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When does type 2 diabetes usually occur according to the text?
When does type 2 diabetes usually occur according to the text?
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What happens when type 2 diabetes is diagnosed?
What happens when type 2 diabetes is diagnosed?
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What contributes to serious damage caused by Diabetes Mellitus over time?
What contributes to serious damage caused by Diabetes Mellitus over time?
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What has happened to the prevalence of type 2 diabetes in the past 3 decades according to the text?
What has happened to the prevalence of type 2 diabetes in the past 3 decades according to the text?
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