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Pharmacology CH 18
Diabetes Terms
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Type 1 Diabetes | autoimmune destruction of the pancreatic B cells. Usually develops in persons younger than 30 years of age. |
| Type 2 diabetes | sedentary lifestyle and lack of exercise. Usually develops in persons older than 40years, however more and more cases are being reported for those under 20 years old. |
| Hyperglycemia | abnormally high level of glucose (sugar) in the blood |
| Hypoglycemia | abnormally low levels of glucose (sugar) in the blood |
| Hyperkalemia | medical condition characterized by elevated levels of potassium (an essential electrolyte) in the blood |
| Glycosuria | 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 | Dry mouth |
| Arthralgia | joint pain |
| Macroangiopathy | damage or disease affecting the large blood vessels |
| Microangiopathy | damage or disease affecting the small blood vessels |
| Ketoacidosis | serious condition characterized by the buildup of acids called ketones in the body, which occurs when the body breaks down fat for fuel instead of carbohydrates. This can lead to a dangerously high level of acidity in the blood. |