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داء السكري

Also known as: مرض السكر

اضطراب في تنظيم الغلوكوز ناتج عن نقص الإنسولين أو مقاومته.

Quick facts

Type:
Metabolic
Typical onset:
Chronic
Body systems:
Endocrine, Metabolic
Affected species:
CAT, DOG
Reference codes:
ICD11 5A14, OMIA:279

Breeds at higher risk

These breeds are recorded as more prone to داء السكري than their species as a whole. Many animals of these breeds never develop it.

Sources & references

  • Cornell University CVM — Cornell describes feline diabetes as an insulin disorder linked to obesity, treated with insulin and diet, with possible remission.
  • Merck Veterinary Manual — Merck reviews pathophysiology, signs and insulin-based management of diabetes mellitus in animals.
  • OMIA
  • ICD-11

This content is for educational purposes and is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice. If you are worried about your pet, contact your veterinarian.