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Type 1 Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disorder characterized by…
Type 1 Diabetes mellitus is a metabolic disorder characterized by persistent hyperglycaemia (random plasma glucose more than 11 mmol) with disturbances of carbohydrate, protein, and fat metabolism resulting from defects in insulin secretion, insulin action, or both.
Causes
Absolute insulin deficiency resulting from autoimmune destruction of the insulin - producing beta cells in the pancreas
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Clinical signs
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Body mass index (BMI) below 25kg/m2 (although type 1 diabetes should not be discounted if the person presents with a BMI of 25kg/m2 or above).
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