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g Susan is 22. Two weeks ago she was sick, then noticed severe thirst despite drinking plenty. She also lost a few pounds from her usual slender frame. Lab work included a blood sugar >300 and ketones in her urine. Susan most likely has ______ diabetes.

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Answer:Susan most likely have DIABETES MELLITUS.

Explanation: Diabetes Mellitus is common endocrine disorder accompanied by varying degrees of disruption of carbohydrate, protein and fat metabolism.

Diabetes Mellitus is caused by absence of, relative deficiency of/ resistance to the hormone INSULIN. It's signs and symptoms includes hyperglycemia ( increased blood sugar level), increased thirst( polydipsia), glucose in the urine(glucosuria), increased urination(polyuria), weight loss without trying, ketosis and ketoacidosis.

Causes include; Obesity, Sedentary lifestyle, Increasing age,genetic factors, autoimmune reactions, environmental factors including viral infections.

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