IV: Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases
E10-E14: Diabetes mellitus
Diabetes mellitus is a group of metabolic disorders that are characterized by high blood sugar levels over a prolonged period. These conditions often result from issues with insulin production, insulin action, or both. Insulin is a hormone produced by the pancreas that controls blood sugar. In type 1 diabetes, the body does not produce enough insulin. In type 2 diabetes, the more common form, the body does not use insulin properly. Symptoms of these conditions can include frequent urination, increased thirst and hunger, weight loss or gain, fatigue, blurred vision, and slow-healing wounds. If left untreated, diabetes can lead to serious complications over time, affecting various systems in the body. These can include heart disease, stroke, kidney disease, eye problems, dental disease, nerve damage, and foot problems.
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