Endocrine Abstracts

Glucose is the primary source of energy for cells and its levels are tightly regulated by the hormone insulin. In people with diabetes, the body either doesn’t produce enough insulin or doesn’t respond to insulin properly. Hyperglycemia can occur which carries high morbidity and mortality. Some common signs and symptoms include polyuria, polydipsia, polyphagia and fatigue. Diabetic ketoacidosis and hyperosmolar hyperglycaemic state are serious medical emergencies ass...