Diabetes: Definition, Types, Causes, Pathophysiology, Symptoms, and Treatment

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Diabetes mellitus is a chronic metabolic disorder characterized by high blood glucose levels (hyperglycemia) resulting from defects in insulin secretion, insulin action, or both. It can lead to serious health complications if not properly managed. Types of Diabetes 1. Type 1 Diabetes: An autoimmune condition where the body’s immune system attacks insulin-producing beta cells in … Read more

Oral Hypoglycemic Agents: Physiology, Pathology, and Clinical Uses

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Healthcare providers use oral hypoglycemic agents to treat diabetes mellitus. Healthcare providers administer these agents orally to lower elevated blood glucose levels in individuals with type 2 diabetes. Various types of oral hypoglycemic agents exist, each with distinct mechanisms of action. These include, but are not limited to, biguanides, sulfonylureas, meglitinides, thiazolidinediones (TZDs), dipeptidyl peptidase-4 … Read more