This page has moved. Click here to view. Diabetis Diabetis mellitus consists of hyperglycemia caused by insulin deficiency, impairment of insulin action, or both. Hyperglycemia with ketoacidosis can lead to severe electrolyte disturbances, cerebral insulin edema, and vascular collapse.
Chronic hyperglycemia can damage the eyes, kidneys, nerves, heart, and blood vessels.
Overtreatment of hyperglycemia can cause hypoglycemia, resulting in seizures, loss of consciousness, and even death. Type 1 Diabetis Type 1 diabetis is caused by absolute insulin deficiency. Gender distribution is equal. Caucasians have the highest incidence of type 1 diabetis. Type 2 Diabetis Type 2 diabetis is caused by insulin resistance and relative insulin deficiency.