Type 1 diabetes

Question 1

What is the peak age for diagnosis of type 1 diabetes?

Answer 1

12-13

Question 2

What causes diabetes?

Answer 2

Beta cells, islets of langerhaans in pancreas
Autoimmune destruction
Lack of insulin production
–hyperglycaemia (glucose can not be utilised)
–polyuria and dehydration

Question 3

What is the presentation of type 1 diabetes?

Answer 3

Short history (2-3 weeks)
Polyuria (excessive need to go to the toilet)
Excessive thirst
Lethargy (tired)
Weight loss (thinner)

Question 4

What are the 4 T’s of type 1 diabetes?

Answer 4

Toilet
Thirsty
Thinner
Tired

Question 5

What are the dental problems associated with Type 1 diabetes?

Answer 5

Increases susceptibility to periodontal disease
Reduced salivary flow
Increased caries rate
Candidosis
Infection