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Diabete Mellitus
unit 4 section 4
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What is the world wide prevalence in dogs? | 0.3% - 1.3% |
| What type of dog is usually affected? | Middle aged dogs |
| What is type 2 DM caused by? | Obesity |
| Dogs usually get type 1 DM, which is caused by what? | Absolute of relative lack of insulin |
| Name 3 clinical signs of DM | - glucose in urine - PU/PD - ketoacidosis - increased appetite with weight loss - plantigrade posture in cats |
| What unit is used to measure medical insulin? | international units |
| Is routine important in dogs or cats with DM? | Dogs |
| What are the consequences of untreated DM? | Diabetic ketoacidosis & death |
| What treatment are available? | - blood testing - glucose curve - BG monitoring - fructosamine monitoring |
| What breeds are more susceptible to DM? | - samoyeds - schnauzers - poodles - bichon frise |