
Type 1 Diabetes
Insulin-Dependent Diabetes MellitusJuvenile Diabetes
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๐Overview
Type 1 diabetes is a chronic autoimmune condition characterized by the destruction of insulin-producing beta cells in the pancreas, leading to insulin deficiency and high blood glucose levels. It is distinct from type 2 diabetes and requires lifelong insulin therapy for management.
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Medical codes (for reference)
UMLS CUI: C0011854ICD-10-CM
E10
MeSH
D003922
SNOMED CT (US)
46635009
Codes are provided for reference and interoperability. They are not a diagnosis.
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