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==Overview== | ==Overview== |
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Vishal Devarkonda, M.B.B.S[2]
Overview
Type 1 DM has 2 forms of presentations 1) Classic new onset, which commonly present with persistent thirst, frequent urination, and dehydration 2) Diabetic ketoacidosis, which commonly presents with abdominal pain, vomiting and flu-like symptoms.
History
T1DM has different ways of presentation. Obtaining the history is the most important aspect of making a diagnosis of type 1 DM. Specific areas of focus when obtaining history include:[1][2][3][4]
- Increase frequency of urination
- Unusually wet diapers
- Persistent thirst
- Weight loss
Symptoms
Infants
Symptoms of type 1 DM include:
- Persistent thirst
- Frequent urination
- Dehydration
Young children
Type 1 Diabetes mellitus can have one of the following presentations | |
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Classic new onset | Diabetic ketoacidosis |
Most common presentation of type 1 DM:Patient present with symptoms of
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Early Symptoms
Late SymptomsAt this point, DKA is life-threatening and medical attention should be sought immediately.
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