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OUTLINES

 Introduction.

 Basics about Diabetes Mellitus.
 Definition.

 Classification.

 Pathophysiology.

 Differences between different types of Diabetes .

 Commonly recognized signs and symptoms.

 Diagnosis of Diabetes Mellitus.

 Management of Diabetes Mellitus.

 Objectives of diabetes management.

 The ABC’s of diabetes management.

 Elements of diabetes management plan.

1. Non-pharmacologic management of diabetes and life style
intervention

a) Dietary modifications.

b) Physical activity.

2. Pharmacologic management of diabetes.

3. Monitoring and follow up.
4. Psychosocial assessment and care.

5. Diabetes self-management education.

 Complications of Diabetes.

 Acute complications.

 Chronic complications.

 Components of clinical visit of diabetic patient.

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