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What are the 4 types of Diabetes?
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1. Type I
2. Type II 3. Other Specific Types 4. Gestational Diabetes |
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What is Type I diabetes?
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it is the result of B-cell destruction leading to absolute insulin deficiency
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What is Type II diabetes?
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it results from progressive insulin secretory defect on the background of insulin resistance
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What are other specific types of diabetes?
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Genetic defects in B-cell function
pancreatic disease (CF) medication induced endocrinopathies infection |
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What is gestational diabetes mellitus?
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hyperglycemia in pregnancy
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What are the costs of diabetes in America?
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$174 B for diagnosed
$218 B for undiagnosed DM diagnosis increases health care costs by 2.3 |
