diabetic ketoacidosis

Diabetic ketoacidosis

Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a critical and potentially life-threatening complication predominantly associated with type 1 diabetes mellitus. It arises from a profound deficiency of insulin,…
diabetic gastroparesis

Diabetic gastroparesis

Diabetic gastroparesis is a serious complication of long-standing diabetes, characterized by delayed gastric emptying without mechanical obstruction. It frequently coexists with severe insulin resistance, creating…
diabetic foot infection

Diabetic foot infection

Diabetic foot infections (DFIs) represent a significant complication in individuals with diabetes, particularly those experiencing severe insulin resistance. The interplay between impaired glucose metabolism and…
diabetic coma

Diabetic coma

Diabetic coma represents a critical emergency wherein individuals with diabetes experience unconsciousness due to severe dysregulation of blood glucose levels. This condition can manifest in…
diabetes mellitus

Diabetes mellitus

Diabetes mellitus is a group of metabolic disorders characterized by chronic hyperglycemia resulting from defects in insulin secretion, insulin action, or both. This condition leads…
diabetes insipidus

Diabetes insipidus

Diabetes insipidus is a rare condition characterized by an imbalance in the body's ability to regulate fluids, leading to excessive urination (polyuria) and increased thirst…
desmoid tumor

Desmoid tumor

Desmoid tumors, also known as aggressive fibromatosis, are rare, locally invasive soft tissue tumors arising from connective tissue. While they do not metastasize, their aggressive…
desensitization to allergen

Desensitization to allergen

Allergen desensitization, also known as allergen immunotherapy, is a scientifically proven method for reducing allergic reactions by gradually training the immune system to tolerate specific…