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is a group of diseases characterized by hyperglycemia, and abnormalities in fat, carbohydrate, and protein metabolism that lead to microvascular, macrovascular, and neuropathic complications.
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diabetes mellitus
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a fasting plasma glucose >100 mg/dL
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hyperglycemia
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type _ diabetes mellitus, formerly known as insulin-dependent is present in _-_% of the diabetic population. It is caused by an autoimmune destruction of the beta cells in the pancreas.
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5%-10% |
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The onset of this form of diabetes usually has a rapid progression of symptoms ( a few days to a few weeks) characterized by polydipsia (increased thirst), polyphagia (increased appetite), polyuria (increased urination), increased frequency of infections, loss of weight and strength, irritability, and often ketoacidosis.
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type 1 diabetes mellitus
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Because there is no insulin secretion from the pancreas, patients require administration of exogenous insulin.
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type 1 diabetes mellitus
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