a metabolic disorder arising from a defect in carbohydrate utilization by the body, related to inadequate or abnormal insulin production by the pancreas. Blood-sugar levels are no longer well controlled through the hormone insulin. Insulin is a protein hormone produced by the beta cells of the islets of Langerhans which participates in carbohydrate and fat metabolism. Forms include Type I diabetes, also known as insulin-dependent diabetes, that is controlled through the use of daily insulin injections and Type II diabetes, also called non-insulin-dependent or adult-onset diabetes. Insulin is normally secreted when the level of blood glucose rises, such as after a meal. People with Type 2 diabetes aren't able to produce enough insulin to lower high blood-sugar levels, or their bodies are not as responsive to the hormone. .
A metabolic disorder charcterized by excess blood sugar and urine sugar.
a severe, chronic form of diabetes caused by insufficient production of insulin and resulting in abnormal metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins.
A condition where the pancreas does not produce enough insulin use carbohydrates.
the medical condition in which blood glucose levels rise as a result of inadequate production of insulin.
disease marked by high levels of sugar in the blood and urine; disorder of carbohydrate metabolism
a variable disorder of carbohydrate metabolism caused by a combination of hereditary and environmental factors and usually characterized by an inadequate secretion of insulin by the pancreas or proper utilization of the available insulin, by excessive urine production, by excessive amounts of sugar in the blood and urine, and by thirst, hunger, and loss of weight; type I (juvenile) diabetes mellitus: insulin-dependent diabetes; type II (adult-onset) diabetes mellitus: non-insulin-dependent diabetes; can cause neovascularization (new blood vessel growth) in the retina (retinitis proliferans), resulting in fragile blood vessels which can bleed into the vitreous humor and lead to severe visual impairment or blindness
(Endocrine system) Deficiency in insulin production or utilization causing glucose to be utilized abnormally.
an often-hereditary disease in which the blood sugar becomes abnormally high because the body either doesn't make enough insulin (Type 1) or the insulin that is made is not effective (Type 2). Type 2 diabetes mellitus is associated with anovulatory androgen excess.
high blood glucose because there is either a loss of insulin production (type or young onset insulin dependent DM- IDDM) or a loss of efficacy as receptor becomes less responsive (type II or late onset non-insulin dependent DM - NIDDM)
A condition characterized by high blood glucose (sugar) resulting from the body's inability to use glucose efficiently. Insulin normally helps the body's cells use glucose. In type 1 diabetes, the pancreas makes little or no insulin; in type 2 diabetes, the body is resistant to the effects of available insulin.
Polyuria and glycosuria, most commonly due to the inadequate production of insulin with a resulting elevation of blood glucose levels.
A common disease where there is too much sugar in the blood. This can be treated with diet, pills or insulin shots. Untreated it causes permanent damage to the blood vessels and nerves. Untreated it causes heart attacks and strokes.
Either of two chronic forms of diabetes in which insulin does not effectively transport glucose from the bloodstream. Uncontrolled diabetes mellitus can damage nerves and veins.
a condition where the pancreas does not produce enough insulin. The body cannot therefore change glucose into energy. The condition is characterized by the production of large amounts of urine and excessive thirst.
Diabetes, a chronic disease caused by either insufficient production of insulin by the islets of Langerhans in the pancreas, or by resistance of target tissues to the effects of insulin. Diabetes results in an inability of cells to utilize glucose (blood sugar), with widespread adverse effects owing to impaired utilization of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins by the body.
The condition or disease in which the body is unable to appropriately control blood sugar(glucose) levels. This may be caused by failure of the pancreas to produce adequate amounts of insulin.
A metabolic disease in which carbohydrate utilization is reduced and that of lipid and protein utilization is enhanced. Diabetes mellitus occurs when the body produces little or no insulin, or cannot use the insulin that is produced. As a result, unused glucose collects in the blood; this leads to high blood-sugar levels. Insulin is the hormone that allows glucose to leave the bloodstream and enter body cells, where it is used for energy generation or stored for future use. Diabetes mellitus can also lead to long-term complications that include the development of neuropathy (swelling and wasting of the nerves), retinopathy (non-swelling eye disorder), nephropathy (swelling or breakdown disorder of the kidneys) generalized degenerative changes in large and small blood vessels, and increased susceptibility to infections. As related to HIV: In June 1997, the FDA sent a Public Health Advisory letter to health care professionals to report that cases of new onset diabetes mellitus, hyperglycemia or worsening of existing diabetes mellitus were occurring in HIV-infected patients receiving protease inhibitors.
hereditary condition caused by hyposecretion of insulin; characterized by hyperglycemia, increased urine production, excessive thirst and excessive eating
A chronic syndrome of impaired carbohydrate, protein, and fat metabolism owing to insufficient secretion of insulin or to target tissue insulin resistance; it occurs in two major forms, type 1 and type 2, which differ in etiology, pathology, genetics, age of onset, and treatment.
disease due to inadequate production of insulin. (More? Endocrine Notes)
A disorder that is caused by the insufficient production of the pancreatic hormone insulin. Without insulin cells are unable to absorb glucose, necessary for cellular metabolism and energy production. Patients may have type I diabetes (juvenile onset) or type II diabetes (adult onset). Individuals with either condition are considered to be "diabetic".
the most common form of diabetes, caused by inadequate insulin secretion
Disease caused by insulin deficiency or diminished tissue response to insulin
diabetes caused by a relative or absolute deficiency of insulin and characterized by polyuria; "when doctors say `diabetes' they usually mean `diabetes mellitus'"
a metabolic disorder characterized by hyperglycemia, due to defective insulin secretion, insulin action, or both. It is associated with many long-term sequelae including damage to eyes, kidneys, and nerves.
A condition characterized by reduced insulin levels, resulting in faulty metabolism of sugar. Its symptoms include elevated sugar levels in blood and urine, increased urine production, and increased thirst and hunger.
A condition associated with abnormal glucose metabolism and complications such as arterial insufficiency, kidney failure and visual loss.
A disease in which the body does not produce ore properly use insulin. Diabetes increases the risk of developing cardiovascular disease. iastolic blood pressure: The lowest blood pressure measurement in the arteries. It occurs when the heart muscle is relaxed between beats.
A metabolic disease in which the body cannot get energy from glucose in the normal way, because the body doesn't make enough insulin or cannot use the insulin it has; in uncontrolled diabetes, high levels of glucose (sugar) build up in the blood and large quantities of sugary urine are excreted.
Disease that enhances blood glucose levels due to lack of insulin.
a disorder caused by insufficient production of the hormone insulin by the pancreas, or insensitivity of cells to the effects of insulin. Insulin is responsible for the absorption of glucose into cells for their energy needs and into the liver and fat cells for storage. There are two main sub-types: Type 1 (insulin-dependent) which is more common in younger people, and Type 2 (non-insulin dependent) which is usually of gradual onset with increasing age or obesity. There are a number of complications that can develop from diabetes, and people with diabetes have a higher than average risk of vascular disorders.
Diabetes mellitus is a chronic condition that arises when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin or when the body cannot effectively use the insulin produced. This causes hyperglycaemia which seriously damages many of the bodyâ€(tm)s systems, especially the blood vessels and nerves. There are two main types of diabetes: type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes.
Unfortunately, this disease is quite common with dogs. If your Great Dane has diabetes mellitus, it means that he/she is not receiving enough insulin (which prevents glucose from getting to the cells). Most veterinarians will suggest insulin injections for your Great Dane. You may have to inject them once or twice daily to help them maintain a normal life.
A type of diabetes where the body is unable to use sugar (carbohydrates) properly as an energy source.
Familial constitutional disease characterized by inadequate utilization of insulin; results in disordered metabolism of fats, proteins, and carbohydrates.
A disease characterized by lack of insulin and most commonly seen in young people, also called juvenile diabetes. Lack of insulin causes very elevated blood sugar levels and may cause acidosis.
A disease characterized by resistance of the cells to the actions of insulin, also resulting in elevated blood-sugar levels. It is most common in obese adults.
Diabetes, a common disease in which one's blood sugar is not appropriately controlled. It is a risk factor for coronary artery disease among other conditions. There are two primary types of diabetes mellitus known as type 1 and type 2 diabetes. Please contact the American Diabetes Association for more information on diabetes.
A chronic metabolic disorder where a lack of insulin secretion and/or an increased cellular resistance to insulin results in elevated blood levels of glucose. There are two types of diabetes mellitus, Type I (insulin-dependent or juvenile-onset) which is caused by an autoimmune response and Type II (non-insulin dependent or adult-onset). Type II is the more common form and accounts for almost 90% of all cases. Complications include damage to the eyes, nervous system, kidneys, as well as the vascular system. There is no cure for this disorder, but there are methods to control it, including a proper diet, regular exercise, and insulin (if required).
A chronic form of diabetes involving an insulin deficiency and characterized by an excess of sugar in the blood and urine, and by hunger, thirst, and gradual loss of weight.
is the inability of the body to produce or properly respond to insulin. Insulin allows the body to use glucose (sugar) as fuel. The two major forms of the disease are juvenile diabetes (Type I) or insulin dependent and adult-onset diabetes (Type II) or non-insulin dependent.
a disease in which the body's ability to use sugar is weakened
Disorder characterized by high levels of glucose in the blood. Diabetes mellitus may be caused by a failure of the pancreas to produce sufficient insulin or by resistance of the body to the action of insulin.
A chronic metabolic disorder caused by absolute or relative insulin deficiency. The more common form, diabetes mellitus type 2, is characterized by insulin resistance in peripheral tissues and a defect in insulin secretion by beta cells. Diabetes mellitus is an independent risk factor for cardiovascular disease.
a chronic disease associated with high blood sugar.
A metabolic disorder in which the body does not produce insulin (type 1) or ) when the body does not make enough or cannot properly use insulin (type 2).
A metabolic disease in which carbohydrate utilization is reduced and fat and protein utilization is enhanced. It is caused by insulin deficiency.
Disease of the pancreas in which the production of insulin is decreased. Commonly called diabetes.
the inability of the body to produce or respond to insulin (which allows the body to use glucose/sugar) properly. The two major forms of the disease are juvenile (Type 1) and adult-onset (Type 2) diabetes. Diabetics have an increased risk of coronary heart disease and stroke.
A condition characterized by high blood sugar resulting from the body's inability to use sugar (glucose) as it should. In type 1 diabetes, the pancreas is not able to make enough insulin; in type 2 diabetes, the body is resistant to using available insulin.
A serious medical condition that results from an elevated level of blood sugar, called glucose.
Patients with this disease have a high amount of sugar in their blood (which is known as hyperglycemia); they can become permanently blind from swelling, bleeding, and/or abnormal blood vessel growth in the back of their eyes.
elevations of blood sugar due to deficient insulin production or action
A condition in which the blood sugar level is higher than normal. It takes two forms: insulin dependent diabetes - usually developing in young people - and non-insulin dependent diabetes - seen in those who are elderly or overweight.
A condition characterized by Hyperglycaemia resulting from the body's inability to use blood glucose for energy. In insulin-dependent (type 1) diabetes, the pancreas no longer makes insulin and therefore blood glucose cannot enter the cells to be used for energy. In non-insulin dependent (type 2) diabetes, either the pancreas does not make enough insulin or the body is unable to use insulin correctly.
A chronic condition in which the body does not produce enough insulin or cannot effectively use insulin that is produced. Type 2 diabetes is much more common ( 90% of cases worldwide).
A common form of diabetes in which the body cannot properly store or use glucose (sugar), the body's main source of energy.
A disorder where your cells cannot absorb nutrition in the form of simple sugars (the basic building blocks of most food). Insulin opens the door in a cell wall to permit simple sugars to enter.Diabetes mellitus can be caused by either: 1. the absence of insulin (Type I, where your body does not make enough) 2. resistance of the cells to insulin (Type II). Diabetes Mellitus is the leading cause of kidney failure and blindness in the United States and is a major cause of heart disease and blood vessel disease leading limb amputations as well.
Inadequate production of insulin by the pancreas causing frequent urination, excessive thirst and possibly increased appetite
Better known just as " diabetes " -- a chronic disease associated with abnormally high levels of the sugar glucose in the blood. Diabetes is due to one of two mechanisms: (1) Inadequate production of insulin (which is made by the pancreas and lowers blood glucose) or (2) Inadequate sensitivity of cells to the action of insulin. The two main types of diabetes correspond to these two mechanisms and are called insulin dependent (type 1) and non-insulin dependent (type 2) diabetes. In type 1 diabetes there is no insulin or not enough of it. In type 2 diabetes, there is generally enough insulin but the cells upon it should act are not normally sensitive to its action. See the entire definition of Diabetes mellitus
a disease involving a disturbance of metabolism, the underlying cause of which being the defective production or action of the hormone insulin. There are several manifestations of the disease, the most common being type 1 and type 2 (see below).
A disease of carbohydrate metabolism in which an absolute or relative deficiency of insulin results in an inability to metabolize carbohydrates normally; may require insulin injections; Exercise may influence a diabetic’s need to inject insulin.
A condition of abnormal glucose metabolism. Blood glucose levels increase due to the lack of or low effectiveness of the hormone insulin. Also effects the way the body uses proteins and fats.
A disease of carbohydrate, protein, and fat metabolism brought on primarily by an absence of, or insensitivity to, insulin. The disease is characterized by chronic hyperglycemia, which can result in damage to the kidneys, eyes, heart, blood vessels, and other organs. (See type 1 diabetes, type 2 diabetes, gestational diabetes.)
Two types of a highly variable disorder in which abnormalities in the ability to make and/or use the hormone insulin interfere with the process of turning dietary carbohydrates into glucose, the body's fuel. Type I is known as insulin dependent diabetes mellitus, and type II is known as non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus.
A condition characterized by an excess of sugar in the blood and or urine. It develops due to the body's inability to make appropriate use of ingested food as a result of insufficient availability of insulin. The term was derived from Greek words meaning passing through and sweet as honey. In this book diabetes mellitus is referred to simply as diabetes.
A condition due to a deficiency of insulin, and characterized by severe disturbances in carbohydrate, protein, and lipid metabolism.
Disorder characterized by high levels of blood glucose and caused by a failure of the pancreas to produce sufficient insulin or by insulin resistance of the body.
A chronic disease marked by a deficiency of the hormone insulin and excess sugar in the blood and urine.
A metabolic disorder primarily characterized by signs/symptoms of glucose intolerance. Type I diabetes is most often referred to as insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM) and primarily occurs at childhood or early adulthood. Type II diabetes is most often referred to as non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM) and primarily occurs in adulthood.
Sugar diabetes – cause by a deficiency of insulin.
A chronic metabolic disorder characterized by a lack of insulin secretion and/or increased cellular resistance to insulin, resulting in elevated blood levels of simple sugars (glucose) and including complications involving damage to the eyes, kidneys, nervous system and vascular system.
A general term referring to a disorder or disease characterized by defects in insulin secretion, insulin action, or both. Dr. Scholl William Mathias Scholl born in 1882 graduated from medical school in 1904 to become Dr. Scholl. The Dr. Scholl's brand leads the way by utilizing the latest podiatric medicine and research to revolutionize the way Americans think of, and care for, their feet.
A chronic disease characterized by inadequate secretion or utilization of insulin, by elevated blood sugar or the presence of sugar in the urine, by thirst, hunger, and weight loss. Long-term complications include disorders of the kidney, circulatory system, and retina.
A group of disorders in which there is a defect in the transfer of glucose (sugar) from the bloodstream into cells, leading to abnormally high levels of blood sugar (hyperglycemia).
A chronic disease that renders the body unable to use carbohydrates (sugars) properly. This condition affects many organs and body functions, especially those involved in metabolism. Diabetes is characterized by increased levels of glucose (sugars) in the blood.
A metabolic disease caused by an absolute or a relative deficiency of insulin, a hormone that controls how the body processes glucose, protein, and fats. When the body's insulin supply is decreased, it cannot process carbohydrates and it compensates by overprocessing fats and protein. The condition is characterized by chronic high blood sugar and sugar in the urine. Diabetes mellitus can result in coma. Over time, complications can include nerve injury, blindness, kidney failure, and premature atherosclerosis with all of its complications.
From the Greek words, diabetes, meaning to siphon or run through, and mellitus, meaning honey sweet. Diabetes Mellitus is characterized by hyperglycemia or high blood sugar as a result of impaired insulin production or the body's inability to use insulin.
Body's inability to use its sugar.
Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disorder characterized by a high blood glucose level and the appearance of glucose in the urine due to a deficiency of insulin.
A disorder of carbohydrate (sugar) metabolism characterized by elevated blood glucose (blood sugar) levels and glucose in the urine resulting from inadequate production or use of insulin (e.g. hyperglycemia).
(di-a-be-tes mel-li-tus): A chronic disease associated with abnormally high levels of the sugar (glucose) in the blood. Symptoms may include increased urination, thirst, and fatigue. Major complications of this disease include eye, kidney, nerve, and heart problems.
A disease that occurs when the body is not able to use blood glucose (sugar). Blood sugar levels are controlled by insulin, a hormone in the body that helps move glucose (sugar) from the blood to muscles and other tissues. Diabetes occurs when the pancreas does not make enough insulin or the body does not respond to the insulin that is made. There are two main types of diabetes mellitus: type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes.
a chronic disease in which the body is unable to convert carbohydrates, fats, and proteins into energy due to inadequate use or production of insulin. The two types of diabetes are Type I diabetes mellitus and Type II Diabetes mellitus.
a syndrome characterised by hyperglycaemia and disturbances of carbohydrate, fat and protein metabolism associated with deficiencies in insulin secretion or insulin action.
insulin deficiency or resistance causing high sugar content in the urine
metabolic disorder, which may cause severe damage by diabetic retinopathy and diabetic maculopathy at the eye up to even the loss of sight. Every diabetic must place him/herself under ophthalmological care.
A disorder caused by disturbance of the normal action of insulin (a hormone responsible for lowering blood sugar) and characterised by high blood sugar levels.
A disease with increased blood glucose levels due to lack or ineffectiveness of insulin. Diabetes is found in two forms; insulin-dependent diabetes (juvenile-onset) and non-insulin-dependent (adult-onset). Symptoms include increased thirst; increased urination; weight loss in spite of increased appetite; fatigue; nausea; vomiting; frequent infections including bladder, vaginal, and skin; blurred vision; impotence in men; bad breath; cessation of menses; diminished skin fullness. Other symptoms include bleeding gums; ear noise/buzzing; diarrhea; depression; confusion.
disorder that occurs when the body is not able to use sugar for growth and energy for daily activities. There are two main types of diabetes mellitus: insulin-dependent (Type 1) and noninsulin-dependent (Type 2).
A chronic syndrome of impaired carbohydrate, protein, and fat metabolism owing to insufficient secretion of insulin or to target tissue insulin resistance, characterized by polydipsia, polyuria and polyphagia.
Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disorder characterized by hyperglycemia (high blood sugar) and other signs, as distinct from a single disease or condition. The World Health Organization recognizes three main forms of diabetes: type 1, type 2, and gestational diabetes (occurring during pregnancy) , which have similar signs, symptoms, and consequences, but different causes and population distributions. Type 1 is usually due to autoimmune destruction of the pancreatic beta cells which produce insulin.