Title: Retrospective Study: Micro and Macrovascular Complications in Type 2 D.M in Tertiary Care Hospital
Authors: Jenu Santhosh, Chandrashekar Madhu, Kalaivani, Praveena
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.18535/jmscr/v5i1.57
Abstract
Diabetes is one of the most common endocrine disorders. Its disorder of metabolism of carbohydrate , protein and fat due to absolute or relative deficiency of insulin secretion and with varying degree of insulin resistance. This metabolic disorder results in longterm disease specific microangiopathy (nephropathy, retinopathy, neuropathy) and aggravation of macroangiopathy. Diabetic patients usually thin built. polyuria, polydipsia, polyphagia, weight loss, fatigue and weakness are major symptoms. Patient may present with diabetic ketosis (air hunger, kussmaul’s respiration, acetone odour of breath, dehydration, vomiting, abdominal pain etc.
Keywords: Nephropathy, Retinopathy, Neuropathy, Diabetic ketoacidosis
