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Chapter 18
Drugs & Definitions
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Type 1 Diabetes: | results from an autoimmune destruction of the pancreatic B cells; usually develops in people younger than 30 years. |
| Type 2 Diabetes: | development is attributed to a much more sedentary lifestyle and lack of exercise; usually develops in people older than 40, but more and more cases are being reported under 20 yrs old. |
| Hyperglycemia: | refers to an abnormally high level of glucose (sugar) in the blood. |
| Hypoglycemia: | condition characterized by abnormally low levels of glucose (sugar) in the blood. |
| Glycosuria: | the presence of glucose (sugar) in the urine. |
| Prophylactic: | refers to measures or treatments designed to prevent disease or a condition before it occurs. |
| UTI: | urinary tract infection. |
| Xerostomia: | medical term for dry mouth. |
| Macroangiopathy: | refers to damage or disease affecting the large blood vessels. |
| Microangiopathy: | refers to damage or disease affecting the small blood vessels. |