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Disease Comparison

Compare similarities and differences between two diseases.

Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus

Moderate
4
Symptoms
3
Causes
5
Treatments
5
FAQs
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Gastritis

Moderate
3
Symptoms
4
Causes
5
Treatments
5
FAQs

Overview

Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus is a chronic metabolic disorder in which the body becomes resistant to insulin or does not produce enough insulin to maintain normal blood glucose levels. It is the most common form of diabetes and develops gradually over time. If not properly controlled, Type 2 Diabetes can lead to complications affecting the heart, kidneys, eyes, nerves, and blood vessels.
Gastritis
Gastritis is inflammation of the stomach lining that may cause pain, nausea, and indigestion.

Symptoms

Shared
None
Only in Left Disease
Anxiety Excessive Sweating Heat Intolerance Weight Loss
Only in Right Disease
Lower Abdominal Pain Nausea Vomiting

Causes

Shared
None
Only in Left Disease
Insulin Resistance Obesity Sedentary Lifestyle
Only in Right Disease
Alcohol Infection Smoking Stress

Diagnosis

Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Diagnosis typically includes fasting blood glucose, HbA1c test, oral glucose tolerance test, random blood glucose testing, kidney function tests, lipid profile, and routine monitoring of blood sugar levels.
Gastritis
Diagnosis may involve endoscopy, H. pylori testing, and blood tests.

Prevention

Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Maintain healthy body weight, exercise regularly, eat a balanced diet, avoid smoking, limit alcohol consumption, manage stress, sleep adequately, and undergo routine health checkups to reduce the risk of Type 2 Diabetes and its complications.
Gastritis
Avoid smoking, alcohol, and unnecessary NSAID use.

Risk Factors

Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
Obesity, family history of diabetes, age above 45 years, hypertension, PCOS, high cholesterol, smoking, lack of physical activity, and unhealthy eating habits significantly increase the risk of developing Type 2 Diabetes.
Gastritis
Smoking, alcohol, stress, infections, and certain medicines increase risk.

Treatment

Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
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Gastritis
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