A chronic metabolic disorder characterized by high blood sugar, insulin resistance, and relative lack of insulin. The most common form of diabetes, accounting for 90-95% of cases. Often preventable and sometimes reversible with lifestyle changes.

• 1Hormone level testing
• 2Imaging (CT, MRI, ultrasound)
• 3Stimulation/suppression tests
• 4Autoantibody testing
• 5Genetic testing

Generally excellent with proper hormone replacement or suppression. Lifelong monitoring typically required. Complications preventable with good control.

• Screening for at-risk individuals
• Iodine sufficiency
• Avoidance of trigger medications
• Genetic counseling
• Lifestyle modifications