Endocrinology & Diabetes — Flashcards

_____ is a condition where the kidneys do not sufficiently concentrate urine which results in hypotonic polyuria

Diabetic neuropathy typically affects _____ first due to length of sensory neurons

If neuropathic painkillers do not provide enough analgesia for diabetic neuropathy, _____ can be used as a rescue therapy only

During sick day rules for T1DM, patients should aim to drink plenty of fluids/sugary drinks to prevent _____

_____ is a synthetic analogue of ADH

The cause of _____ diabetes insipidus can be genetic (ADH receptor mutation) or acquired

Patients with diabetic neuropathy may experience irritation, itching, or burning called _____

_____ is the most common non-iatrogenic cause of hypoglycaemia in adults

_____ disease can cause hypoglycaemia due to deficiency of cortisol

Overdose of _____ or sulfonylureas is the most common cause of medication induced hypoglycaemia

Hint: medication