5. Diabetes Mellitus

Diabetes Mellitus Arises from Defects in Insulin Production or Action

BOX 23-2 The Arduous Path to Purified Insulin

Carboxylic Acids (Ketone Bodies) Accumulate in the Blood of Those with Untreated Diabetes

In Type 2 Diabetes the Tissues Become Insensitive to Insulin

Type 2 Diabetes Is Managed with Diet, Exercise, Medication, and Surgery