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

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Corresponding Author

Chandrashekar Madhu

Junior Resident, Dept of General Medicine,

Kanyakumari Government Medical College, Kanyakumari